Ask the Dental Experts
Our philosophy is to help our patients achieve and maintain exceptional dental health. We work hard to make sure that our level of care is deserving of our patients’ respect and confidence. Our tradition of preventive dentistry is the basis for all service and care in our practice. We welcome all questions and comments regarding dentistry in the hope that we increase your dental "IQ" and help you make better dental health decisions.Monday, August 01, 2005
Blood Pressure
What do blood pressure ranges mean?
120/80 A normal blood pressure for most adults is less than 120/80.
135/85The risk for heart attack and stroke double for each 20/10 your blood pressure exceeds 115/75.
140/90Blood pressure medication is usually needed at this point.
175/105The risk for heart attack and stroke is now 8 times more than a patient with normal blood pressure.
Important Reasons to Treat High Blood Pressure--Your heart will beat 100,000 times today. That’s 100,000 times your high blood pressure could be damaging the blood vessels leading to your eyes, heart, brain and kidneys. This can increase your risk of stroke, heart attack, eye damage and kidney disease.--High blood pressure (hypertension) contributes to cardiovascular disease, the #1 killer of U.S. adults each year.
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