Abnormal Dentition
April 17th, 2019
Dentition
Look For
- Erythema, swelling or tenderness of the gingiva and discolouration or caries of the teeth.
Significance
- Poor dentition is a nidus for infection that can spread systemically, most notably as a cause of infective endocarditis.
- Poor oral health also increases the risk of fatal coronary events.
- Gum disease is a sign of malnutrition.
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