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Ischemic heart disease: dental management considerations
1School of Dentistry, University of Mississippi Medical Center, 2500 North State Street, Jackson, MS 39216-4505, USA. jhupp@sod.umsmed.edu
Dental Clinics of North America
|September 27, 2006
Summary
Dental professionals frequently encounter patients with ischemic heart disease (IHD). This article guides them in assessing risks and planning safe dental care to prevent adverse events in patients prone to angina or myocardial infarction.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Dental Medicine
Background:
- Ischemic heart disease (IHD) is prevalent among adult patients.
- Dental professionals regularly treat patients with IHD.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide information for risk assessment in dental patients with IHD.
- To guide the planning of safe dental care for individuals with IHD.
Main Methods:
- Review of clinical guidelines and best practices for managing IHD patients in dentistry.
- Information synthesis on recognizing and mitigating risks associated with dental procedures for IHD patients.
Main Results:
- Most IHD patients are either young or have well-controlled disease.
- Specific risks exist for patients prone to angina or myocardial infarction.
- Preparedness is key for dental providers to manage IHD-related risks.
Conclusions:
- Dental care providers must be equipped to manage risks in patients with IHD.
- Proactive risk assessment and management are crucial for preventing adverse events.
- Safe dental care delivery requires understanding and planning for IHD patient needs.
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