title: The thalassemias: oral manifestations and complications.
abstract: The signs, symptoms, and potential complications of the thalassemias are discussed. A case of thalassemia minor is presented, with emphasis on how the condition may affect the dental management of the patient.
authors.forename: M L
authors.initials: ML
authors.lastname: Van Dis
authors.forename: R P
authors.initials: RP
authors.lastname: Langlais
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D002180:Candidiasis, Oral / Q000175:diagnosis*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D009059:Mouth Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis*; D013789:Thalassemia / Q000145:classification / Q000150:complications*