What if I told you that your oral health could be the missing link to preventing heart disease? In this episode of “Oral Systemic Connections”, I sit down with Dr. Craig Backs, MD, to explore the powerful link between oral health, arterial disease, and inflammation. We’ll break down why prevention and early intervention are key, how different types of plaque impact disease progression, and why traditional screening tools might not be enough. If you’re looking for a proactive, science-backed approach to better health, you won’t want to miss this conversation!
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In this episode of Oral Systemic Connections, I sit down with Dr. Craig Backs, MD, to unpack the overlooked connection between your mouth and your arteries. We challenge the outdated idea that heart disease is just about plaque buildup and discuss the real drivers of cardiovascular issues: inflammation, insulin resistance, and arterial injury. If you’re serious about preventing heart disease, this episode will change the way you think about your health!
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Dr. Craig Backs, MD, is a physician focused on preventative cardiovascular care. He’s on a mission to shift the conversation from reactive treatments to proactive solutions—helping patients understand how their lifestyle, oral health, and metabolic function all affect arterial disease. With expertise in arterial healing, inflammation, and metabolic health, he’s working to make affordable, preventative healthcare more accessible to all.
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