Cowden Syndrome Associated with Severe Periodontal Disease: A Short Literature Review and a Case Report

Conclusion: Early diagnosis is crucial in patients affected by CS. The dentist may be the first to notice any atypical changes in the oral cavity and refer the patient for further examinations. Moreover, the mucosal and skin changes have a tendency to appear prior to the malignancies associated with the syndrome. This highlights the responsibility of the dentist in the early diagnosis of this progressive pathological syndrome.
Source: Oral health and Preventive dentistry - Category: Dentistry Source Type: research