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Controversies in Stoppage of Antiplatelet and Anticoagulant Medications Prior to Oral Surgery
Dental procedures can pose a risk of bleeding, and it is not uncommon for dentists to consult prescribing physicians regarding a mutual patient's antiplatelet and anticoagulant medication to prevent excessive bleeding during or after an upcoming procedure. However, there has been a growing controversy in the dental community surrounding the stoppage of these medications prior to dental procedures. Some believe that stopping these medications prior to dental procedures is necessary to reduce the risk of bleeding complications, while others argue that stopping them can increase the risk of stroke or other thromboembolic even...
Source: Dental Clinics of North America - August 12, 2023 Category: Dentistry Authors: Michael H. Chan, Feiyi Sun, Jonathan Malakan Source Type: research
A Patient with a History of Right-Sided Stroke and Hemiplegia, in a Wheelchair, Presents with a Complaint of Upper Left Tooth Pain
Patients with a history of stroke often present with numerous neurologic deficits and varying degrees of disability. Ambulation problems requiring the use of a wheelchair can make accessing and receiving dental care difficult for these patients. Side effects from medications can compromise their oral health and complicate care. Possible dexterity limitations decrease their ability to maintain their oral health. Innovative care plans and adaptations may be needed to accommodate the needs of these patients but care generally can be provided safely and effectively in the outpatient dental setting.
Source: Dental Clinics of North America - June 18, 2023 Category: Dentistry Authors: Miriam R. Robbins, Alicia Risner-Bauman Source Type: research
A Patient with Permanent Cardiac Pacemaker, History of Stroke Presents for an Extraction of Mandibular Molar Tooth
Poor oral health and/or dental disease are highly prevalent among stroke survivors. Muscle weakness and loss of dexterity can decrease the patient ’s ability to provide effective oral hygiene post-stroke. Modifications to dental treatment should be based on the degree of neurologic sequelae, including scheduling needs. Special considerations must be taken with individuals who have permanent cardiac pacemakers.
Source: Dental Clinics of North America - April 18, 2023 Category: Dentistry Authors: Miriam R. Robbins, Kimberly A. Strauch Source Type: research
Periodontitis is associated with subclinical cerebral and carotid atherosclerosis in hypertensive patients: A cross-sectional study
ConclusionsPeriodontitis is associated with subclinical atherosclerosis in both intracranial and carotid arteries in elderly subjects with hypertension.Clinical relevanceThe association of periodontitis with intracranial atherosclerosis implies that periodontitis patients might have greater chances to develop ischemic stroke in the future.
Source: Clinical Oral Investigations - April 1, 2023 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Contribution of periodontal health in cardiovascular secondary prevention: analyses on hospitalized patients in cardiology units
CONCLUSION: In hospitalized patients with existing CVD, the total number of missing teeth was associated with incident MACE. This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.PMID:36792072 | DOI:10.1111/jcpe.13792
Source: Journal of Clinical Periodontology - February 15, 2023 Category: Dentistry Authors: Rikuta Hamaya Taishi Yonetsu Norio Aoyama Yuka Shiheido-Watanabe Akira Tashiro Takayuki Niida Mitsuaki Isobe Yasuhiro Maejima Takanori Iwata Tetsuo Sasano Source Type: research
Is tooth loss associated with multiple chronic conditions?
CONCLUSION: Tooth loss could be an early marker for the co-occurrence of multiple chronic conditions among adults of working age. The association could be attributed to common risk factors for oral and general health.PMID:36634031 | DOI:10.1080/00016357.2023.2166986
Source: Acta Odontologica Scandinavica - January 12, 2023 Category: Dentistry Authors: Sara Hag Mohamed Wael Sabbah Source Type: research
