Oral Infections Causing Systemic Diseases

M. K. Masthan, N. Anitha, J. Jenita Jacobina and N. Aravindha Babu

Department of Oral Pathology, Sree Balaji Dental College and Hospital, Bharath University, Pallikaranai, Chennai – 600100.  

Abstract:

Oral cavity is a site for many infectious and inflammatory diseases that are associated with systemic diseases like diabetes mellitus, cardiovascular disease and pre- term births. Oral cavity is said to be the window to the body because oral manifestations often accompany many systemic diseases. This article focuses on the systemic manifestations of oral diseases and stresses on the importance of good oral health to maintain good general health.

Keywords: inflammatory; immunocompromised; corticosteroid therapy

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