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Transoral Endoscopic Thyroidectomy Vestibular Approach for Thyroid Lobectomy
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Impacted Wisdom Teeth Removal on a Patient with Primary Hypothyroidism (Hashimoto Disease)
Sahar Mirfarsi1, Airani Sathananthan2
1College of Dental Medicine, Western University of Health Sciences, 309 East 2nd Street, 3rd Floor, Pomona, CA 91766, USA.
Abstract:
Thyroid gland dysfunctions can adversely affect patients' systemic health and well-being. Thyroid disease is the most common endocrine disorder. Recognizing early signs and symptoms of hypothyroidism is crucial in the early diagnosis of hypothyroidism. Oral health care providers must obtain comprehensive medical records from patients with hypothyroidism before dental treatments.
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