title: [Hyperthyroidism and dental treatment].
abstract: In this contribution the cause, consequences, and treatment of hyperthyroidism are discussed. The consequences in relation to dental treatment are given special attention. A patient with a properly treated hyperthyroidism can safely undergo dental treatment, although periods of stress are to be avoided.
authors.affiliation: Afdeling Mondziekten en Kaakchirurgie/Orale Pathologie, Academisch Ziekenhuis van de Vrije Universiteit/Academisch Centrum Tandheelkunde Amsterdam.
authors.forename: R A
authors.initials: RA
authors.lastname: Gortzak
authors.forename: H
authors.initials: H
authors.lastname: Asscheman
mesh_terms: D013956:Antithyroid Agents / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000627:therapeutic use; D002231:Carbimazole / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000627:therapeutic use; D003729:Dental Care / Q000379:methods; D006801:Humans; D006980:Hyperthyroidism / Q000150:complications / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D007457:Iodine Radioisotopes / Q000627:therapeutic use
chemical_list: D013956:Antithyroid Agents; D007457:Iodine Radioisotopes; D002231:Carbimazole
vernacular_title: Hyperthyreoïdie en de tandheelkundige behandeling.