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Complementary and alternative medicine: impact on dentistry.

James W Little1

  • 1University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, USA. wlittle17@comcast.net

Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology, Oral Radiology, and Endodontics
|August 19, 2004
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Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) use is increasing in dentistry. Dentists must understand CAM

Area of Science:

  • Integrative medicine
  • Dental practice management

Background:

  • Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) encompasses diverse health systems not part of conventional medicine.
  • Examples include biofeedback, acupuncture, herbal remedies, massage, meditation, and music therapy.
  • CAM use, particularly herbal medicines, has risen in the U.S. over the past 15-20 years.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To inform dentists about the integration and implications of CAM in dental practices.
  • To highlight the importance of patient disclosure regarding CAM product usage.
  • To emphasize the need for evidence-based evaluation of CAM treatments in dentistry.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current literature on CAM usage in dental settings.
  • Analysis of potential interactions between CAM products and dental treatments.

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  • Discussion of the role of comprehensive patient health histories.

    • Main Results:

    • A public perception exists that natural CAM products are inherently safe, which is not always true.
    • Some CAM products carry risks, including toxicity and adverse drug interactions.
    • Dentists require knowledge of CAM to ensure safe and effective patient care.

    Conclusions:

    • Dentists must inquire about patients' use of herbal and over-the-counter medications.
    • Informed decision-making regarding CAM in dentistry requires understanding potential impacts on treatment.
    • The adoption of CAM therapies in dental practice should be supported by robust evidence of safety and efficacy from clinical trials.