Pregnancy is a unique period during a woman’s life and is characterized by complex
physiologic changes, which can adversely affect oral health. 1 Because oral health is an integral …

… Steinberg et al. … This is transient and usuaUy reverse after parturition not requiring any
treatment (lJ,J 2). Finally, although al 0 rare, perimylosis (tooth erosion) can occur during …

The article explores the issues involved in the promotion of women's oral health in the US
One of the issues facing women's oral health is the hormonal fluctuations which affect …

One of the neediest yet most underserved groups of dental patients in the United States
today is the special needs population. This is a rather diverse group of children and adults, …

… Barbara J Steinberg … Barbara J. Steinberg received her DDS from the University of
Maryland School of Dentistry and completed a residency at the Medical College of …

Elderly and medically compromised patients comprise a rapidly growing segment of our
population, one whose medical, physical and psychosocial problems may complicate dental …

This article has focused on the various aspects of patient evaluation that is a vital component
in the total care of the dental patient. It must be emphasized that dentists are ultimately …

The demographic reality of a rapidly growing elderly population segment presents the
practicing dentist with certain imperatives and challenges. Familiarity with the healthy aging …

Women's life cycle changes present unique challenges to the oral health care profession.
Hormonal influences associated with the reproductive process alter periodontal and oral-…

Medical emergencies can occur in any patient; however, they are most prevalent in geriatric
or medically compromised patients. There is a rapidly growing segment of the population …