Does gingivitis complicate heart surgery?

The actual sx, no: Not sure what surgical procedure you are having, but for post operative healing and decreased risk of infection, your mouth should be in tip top shape before you have your surgery.

Not the surgery: In recent years we have learned of a strong association between gum disease and heart disease. Fortunately gingivitis is readily treatable. Your mouth should be in optimum health before the surgery facilitate post-surgical healing.

Possible: Depends on kind of heart surgery you are having . Having infection in mouth does pose a risk if someone is having invasive surgery .