Changes in the pattern of oral lesions associated with HIV infection: implications for dentists.
Broad access to better HIV treatment has resulted in a significant reduction in the prevalence of HIV-associated oral lesions in western industrialized countries. However, a possible increased prevalence of oral warts and a potential dissociation between CD4+ T-cell counts and oral manifestations of HIV require continued vigilance by oral health care providers. Head and neck and oral examination coupled with a careful consideration of the complications associated with hyposalivation remain essential components of a comprehensive oral health care program.
Sroussi
Herve Y
HY
Department of Oral Medicine and Diagnostic Sciences and Chicago Cancer Center, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, USA.
Epstein
Joel B
JB
D023241:Antiretroviral Therapy, Highly Active; D018791:CD4 Lymphocyte Count; D002180:Candidiasis, Oral / Q000150:complications / Q000188:drug therapy; D017742:Dental Care for Chronically Ill; D015658:HIV Infections / Q000150:complications* / Q000188:drug therapy; D006801:Humans; D017733:Leukoplakia, Hairy / Q000150:complications / Q000188:drug therapy; D009059:Mouth Diseases / Q000150:complications* / Q000188:drug therapy; D013283:Stomatitis, Herpetic / Q000150:complications / Q000188:drug therapy; D014860:Warts / Q000150:complications / Q000188:drug therapy; D014987:Xerostomia / Q000150:complications / Q000188:drug therapy