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Viral infections in dentistry.

C Scully1, J Bagg

  • 1Bristol Dental Hospital and School, UK.

Current Opinion in Dentistry
|September 1, 1992
PubMed
Summary

This review summarizes recent advances in understanding viral diseases relevant to dentistry, focusing on human immunodeficiency virus and other significant viruses. It covers oral health implications, infection control, and antiviral strategies for dental professionals.

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Area of Science:

  • Oral medicine
  • Infectious diseases
  • Virology

Background:

  • Dental professionals require updated knowledge on viral infections impacting oral health.
  • Recent reviews have addressed human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) disease, immunocompromised patients, oral cancers, infection control, and antiviral treatments.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the latest advancements in understanding viral diseases pertinent to dental practice.
  • To highlight key aspects of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and other relevant viruses affecting oral health.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of recent scientific publications.
  • Synthesis of information on viral diseases and their dental implications.

Main Results:

  • Recent understanding of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) in dentistry has advanced.
  • Key herpesviruses, human papillomaviruses, and hepatitis viruses relevant to dentistry are discussed.
  • Information on infection control and antiviral therapies is updated.

Conclusions:

  • Dental practitioners must stay informed about viral diseases, including HIV, herpesviruses, HPV, and hepatitis viruses.
  • Knowledge of these viruses is crucial for effective patient management, infection control, and treatment in dental settings.

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