The oral health of people with chronic schizophrenia: A neglected public health burden
Conclusion:
Dental disease in people with schizophrenia deserves the same attention as other comorbid physical illness. The disparity in oral health is most marked for dental decay. Possible interventions include oral health assessments using standard checklists designed for non-dental personnel, help with oral hygiene, management of iatrogenic dry mouth and early dental referral.
Source: Australian and New Zealand Journal of Psychiatry - Category: Psychiatry Authors: Wey, M. C., Loh, S., Doss, J. G., Abu Bakar, A. K., Kisely, S. Tags: Research Source Type: research
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