Gum disease bacteria may spur calcium buildup in the heart’s aortic valve, leading to a common and serious heart valve disease, according to preliminary, independent research presented at the American Heart Association’s Basic Cardiovascular Sciences Scientific Sessions 2026, held in Boston, July 13–16, 2026.
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Bacteria from gum disease may cause inflammation, harden heart valves
July 12, 2026
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