PMID: 25764783Jan 1, 2014Paper

Oral health in multiple sclerosis patients

Wiadomości lekarskie : organ Polskiego Towarzystwa Lekarskiego
Boqna PierzchałaKrystyna Tyrpień

Abstract

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic demyelinating disease of the central nervous system occuring in young adults, mainly female. MS dominates in Caucasians living in regions far away from the equator. The coexistence of genetic and environmental factors is considered in its etiopathogenesis. MS mostly occurs in the form of relapses and remissions, leading to the physical disability and cognitive decline. The diagnosis is based on MRI images and cerebrospinal fluid testing. The current guidelines for therapy recommend immunosuppression (steroids during relapses) and immunomodulation. Symptomatic treatment of pain or muscle rigidity is used additionally. The epidemiological data draw attention to the geographical distribution of indicators related to the increased prevalence of MS and dental caries. The role of D3 vitamin is discussed in the development of both diseases, but the role of amalgam filling in the development of MS is rejected. The demyelinating process in MS and applied treatment predispose to the neurological pain in the facial area or the temporomandibular joints. The increasing disability and used treatment enhance the susceptibility to mucosal inflammation and xerostomia, and activate viral and fungal infections...Continue Reading

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