title: Recognition and management of common acute conditions of the oral cavity resulting from tooth decay, periodontal disease, and trauma: an update for the family physician.
abstract: This article presents an overview of common and/or significant diseases of the oral cavity that the family physician is likely to encounter, with an emphasis on pathogenesis, recognition, complications, and management. Topics reviewed include the sequelae of dental caries, periodontal disease, and trauma. Prevention and early intervention strategies are emphasized. Recent updates and practical issues for the family physician are highlighted.
authors.affiliation: Department of Periodontics and Oral Medicine, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1078, USA. paulce@umich.edu
authors.forename: Paul C
authors.initials: PC
authors.lastname: Edwards
authors.forename: Preetha
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Kanjirath
mesh_terms: D000208:Acute Disease; D003731:Dental Caries / Q000150:complications / Q000175:diagnosis*; D003945:Diagnosis, Oral / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D009059:Mouth Diseases / Q000150:complications / Q000175:diagnosis; D010510:Periodontal Diseases / Q000150:complications / Q000175:diagnosis*; D010821:Physicians, Family; D011320:Primary Health Care; D014947:Wounds and Injuries / Q000150:complications / Q000175:diagnosis*