Importance of oral health and dental treatment in organ transplant recipients

ConclusionsWe recommend that patients scheduled to receive an organ transplant be referred to a dental clinic as soon as possible beforehand, to remove any potential sources of oral infection. Educating physicians, as well as their patients, about the importance of early dental screening and pre ‐transplant dental treatment is essential.
Source: International Dental Journal - Category: Dentistry Authors: Tags: Scientific Research Report Source Type: research