Oral health-related quality of life in patients with heart failure and left ventricular assist devices —results of a cross-sectional study

ConclusionsOral health and OHRQoL was comparable between LVAD and HF; thereby, OHRQoL reflected the clinical oral status.Clinical relevanceDental care, with beginning in early stage of HF, should be fostered to preserve teeth and support quality of life before and after LVAD implantation.
Source: Clinical Oral Investigations - Category: Dentistry Source Type: research