Author: The Dental Economics Network
When we think of the risk factors for heart disease, we think of obesity, poor diet, lack of exercise, smoking, periodontal disease … but now there’s a new risk: marijuana. More and more evidence points to heart disease and other chronic conditions being associated with the use of cannabis. A recent study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association links smoking, vaping, and marijuana consumption to a significantly higher risk of heart attack and stroke—even if the user had no existing heart conditions or did not previously smoke or vape tobacco. While both daily and nondaily use of…
Join us as we focus on how cannabidiol (CBD) is used, how it’s different from cannabis, how the various forms of CBD work, and how delta-8 (tetrahydrocannabinol) fits in. We’ll discuss what you need to know as a dental professional and the risks these drugs pose for your patients. Dental Economics: https://www.dentaleconomics.com/ RDH magazine: https://www.rdhmag.com/ DentistryIQ: https://www.dentistryiq.com/ Perio-Implant Advisory: https://www.perioimplantadvisory.com/ ____ About Dr. Pamela Maragliano-Muniz Pamela Maragliano-Muniz, DMD, is the chief editor of Dental Economics. Based in Salem, Massachusetts, Dr. Maragliano-Muniz began her clinical career as a dental hygienist. She went on to attend Tufts University School of Dental Medicine,…