Oral and Dental Management of Patients with Cardiac Disease: A Survey of Private Dental Practitioners

The secondary objectives were to assess their ability to identify cardiac conditions at risk, distinguish at-risk procedures, and describe preventive measures for infectious, hemorrhagic, and syncopal complications. Study DesignThis was a descriptive survey conducted among private dental practitioners from February to October 2025. SampleA total of 234 questionnaires were collected, of which 200 were considered eligible for analysis after exclusion of incomplete responses. IntroductIonPatients with cardiac disease frequently present for dental care and may require procedures that can affect their overall health status.Their management therefore requires a thorough understanding of the different risks involved.It must also be rigorous and well standardized, relying on close collaboration between the dental practitioner and the cardiologist, as well as on strict adherence to appropriate precautions.The main risks associated with these patients include syncopal, hemorrhagic, and infectious complications, the latter being the most feared. 1 Despite the availability of current recommendations, their implementation in routine clinical practice remains variable.2 This study aimed to assess the knowledge and practices of private dental practitioners regarding the oral and dental management of patients with cardiac disease. MaterIals a n d MethodsA descriptive survey was conducted among private dental practitioners between February and October 2025. Study ObjectivesThe primary objective was to describe the therapeutic attitudes of dental practitioners toward patients with cardiac disease.