The periodontal-medical risk relationship
Cohen, W.; Rose, L.F.; Minsk, L.
Compendium of Continuing Education in Dentistry 22(Special Issue 2): 7-11
2001
ISSN/ISBN: 1548-8578 PMID: 19248251 Document Number: 536366
The evidence of a periodontal-medical risk warrants serious consideration. As dentists increase their knowledge about the link between periodontal disease and other systemic diseases, they will be able to prevent periodontal disease in more patients as well as develop better treatments for the disease. It is important for physicians and dentists to improve their collaboration to provide better patient care. Physician awareness of the increased risk for dental complications in certain patients will benefit their patients' overall well-being.