Oral and dental aspects of Sjögren's syndrome.
Sjögren's syndrome is a common condition which can result in significant physical and emotional debility. Dentists can play a pivotal role in the prompt diagnosis, investigation and management of patients with Sjögren's syndrome. A sound understanding of the pathogenesis, presentation and current management of Sjögren's syndrome, will enable the general dental practitioner to make a significant contribution to the oral health and general well-being of those affected by the disease. This article aims to provide the general dental practitioner with a comprehensive and practical guide to current developments and best practise in the care of these individuals.
Leonard
Gary
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Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Oral Medicine and Oral Pathology, Dublin Dental School and Hospital, Lincoln Place, Dublin 2. gary.leonard@dental.tcd.ie
Flint
Stephen
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D001323:Autoantibodies / Q000032:analysis; D001324:Autoantigens / Q000032:analysis; D001327:Autoimmune Diseases / Q000276:immunology; D002180:Candidiasis, Oral / Q000517:prevention & control; D002327:Cariostatic Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D003731:Dental Caries / Q000517:prevention & control; D003764:Dental Materials; D003793:Dental Restoration, Permanent; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D006801:Humans; D009059:Mouth Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000276:immunology / Q000517:prevention & control; D009910:Oral Hygiene; D012261:Ribonucleoproteins / Q000032:analysis; D012464:Saliva, Artificial / Q000627:therapeutic use; D012466:Salivary Gland Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis; D012636:Secretory Rate / Q000502:physiology; D012859:Sjogren's Syndrome / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000276:immunology / Q000517:prevention & control; D014076:Tooth Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000276:immunology / Q000517:prevention & control; D000097585:SS-B Antigen; D000099207:SS-A Antigen
D001323:Autoantibodies; D001324:Autoantigens; D002327:Cariostatic Agents; D003764:Dental Materials; D012261:Ribonucleoproteins; D012464:Saliva, Artificial; D000097585:SS-B Antigen; D000099207:SS-A Antigen