The Relationship between Coronary Atherosclerosis and Dental Pulp Calcification

Abstract

A coronary artery disease is considered an important cause of mortality in society and imposed the extensive costs for patients. Therefore, the aim of this mini review was to evaluate the relationship between coronary arteriosclerosis and dental pulp calcification in patients. Dental radiography has the potential to be used as a rapid screening method for the early detection of coronary artery disease. Given the routine request for panoramic radiographs in dental examinations, dentists can use the technique to screen individuals with a risk of Cardiovascular Diseases (CVD). This shows the role of dentists in the general health of the public in society.