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The Association Between Oral Health and Skin Disease
Paul Macklis1,2,3,4, Kevin Adams1,2,3,4, Jessica Kaffenberger1,2,3,4
1Mr. Macklis is with the Ohio State University College of Medicine in Columbus, Ohio.
The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology
|September 5, 2020
Summary
Good oral health is linked to better outcomes for skin conditions like psoriasis and atopic dermatitis. Addressing oral hygiene and diseases such as periodontitis may improve skin disease prognosis.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology and Oral Medicine
- Investigates the intersection of oral health and dermatological conditions.
Background:
- Oral health and mucocutaneous inflammation are increasingly recognized for their role in skin disease pathogenesis.
- Specific oral conditions, particularly periodontitis, may influence the development and progression of various skin disorders.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the relationship between oral health metrics and several skin conditions.
- To understand the influence of oral diseases, like periodontitis, on the prognosis of aphthous stomatitis, atopic dermatitis, lichen planus, pemphigus, pemphigoid, and psoriasis.
Main Methods:
- Systematic literature search of PubMed (Summer 2017-Summer 2018) for studies correlating oral health/hygiene with specific skin diseases.
- Inclusion criteria focused on English-language articles examining the link between oral health and skin conditions.
- Reference lists of included studies were also reviewed for additional relevant research.
Main Results:
- Aphthous stomatitis shows correlation with poor periodontal health and increased plaque.
- Atopic dermatitis is associated with gingivitis, toothaches, and oral infections.
- Lichen planus exacerbation linked to plaque burden and reduced oral care; Psoriasis connected to oral streptococci and periodontal disease, with potential improvement via tonsillectomy.
Conclusions:
- Significant associations exist between oral health status and the development or severity of several common skin diseases.
- Highlights the need for enhanced collaboration between dermatologists and dentists for comprehensive patient care.
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