Dental Aspects in Liver Disease
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What dental condition is commonly associated with alcoholic cirrhosis?

  • Dental erosion from gastric reflux (correct)
  • Increased risk of dental cavities
  • Gingival overgrowth due to antibiotics
  • Delayed tooth eruption
  • What is a potential consequence of liver transplant on dental health?

  • Spontaneous teeth alignment
  • Increased risk of drug metabolism issues (correct)
  • High incidence of tooth decay
  • Improved oral hygiene
  • In patients with sialosis, what dental condition might be observed?

  • Gingival enlargement
  • Decreased salivary flow (correct)
  • Increased plaque formation
  • Periodontal disease
  • What precaution should be taken when providing dental care to a patient with a liver transplant?

    <p>Administer antibiotics for invasive procedures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication should be avoided in liver disease patients due to metabolism issues?

    <p>Tetracycline</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common dental finding in children who require liver transplants?

    <p>Delayed tooth eruption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is crucial for the dental management of patients with liver disease?

    <p>Ongoing oral hygiene instruction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary dental concern associated with poor oral hygiene in liver disease?

    <p>Increased caries and periodontal disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which patient lifestyle change should be advised to improve dental health post-liver disease?

    <p>Cessation of smoking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant risk for dental procedures in patients with liver disease?

    <p>Increased risk of bleeding and infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Dental Aspects in Liver Disease

    • Alcoholic cirrhosis: Often associated with poor oral hygiene, dental neglect, and dental erosion from gastric reflux.
    • Sialosis/parotid enlargement: May occur.
    • Gingival enlargement: Can happen if a patient takes ciclosporin after a liver transplant.
    • Delayed tooth eruption and discoloured/hypoplastic teeth: Potential issue in children needing liver transplants.

    Dental Neglect

    • Neglect: A factor.
    • Poor oral hygiene (OH): A factor.
    • Increased caries: A consequence of poor oral hygiene.
    • Increase in inflammation/periodontal disease: A consequence of poor oral hygiene.
    • Lack of professional dental care: A factor.

    Sialosis

    • A condition presented on the slide with a photo illustration.

    Gingival Overgrowth

    • A condition presented on the slide with a photo illustration.

    Dental Management in Liver Disease

    • Increased bleeding risk: A consideration.
    • Risk of poor wound healing and infection: A concern due to weakened immune system associated with liver disease.
    • Problems metabolising drugs: Impacts drug selection and dosages.
    • Infection control: Universal precautions, staff vaccination against Hep B.
    • Immunosuppressants: If liver transplant, patient will be on life-long immunosuppressants, this increases infection risk.

    Further Considerations for Dental Management

    • Reducing local anaesthetic dosage: Possibly required.
    • Use Articaine instead of Lidocaine: Alternative local anaesthetic option.
    • Avoid NSAIDs: Not recommended due to potential impacts from metabolization issues.
    • Drug Metabolism: Patient might not metabolize certain drugs (e.g., Tetracycline) effectively.
    • Elective dental treatment: Avoid until six months after liver transplant.

    Dental Management - Prevention

    • Prevention: Crucial.
    • Oral hygiene instructions (OHI +++): Enhancement needed.
    • Diet analysis and advice: Required for improved oral health.
    • Fluoride supplements: Can be beneficial.
    • Alcohol cessation: Important for oral health.
    • Smoking cessation: Essential for oral health.

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    Explore the intricate relationship between dental health and liver disease, including conditions such as alcoholic cirrhosis and its impact on oral hygiene. This quiz covers dental neglect, sialosis, gingival overgrowth, and the special considerations needed for dental management in patients with liver issues.

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