Oral Cavity and Systemic Diseases—Inflammatory Bowel Diseases

Oral Cavity and Systemic Diseases—Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

“…The typical localisation of enamel erosion distinguishes the chemical erosions and erosions by reflux disease. The typical chemical erosion is observed usually on the vestibular tooth surfaces contrary to the erosions due to the gastric acid, witch are localized often on the palatinal surfaces of the maxillary dentition (12,13). It is postulated that the dental expertise may be essential in distinguishing between differential diagnoses such as bulimia, attrition and abrasion (1,15,16).…”

“…Several gastrointestinal disorders affect the oral cavity, within tissues in or around the mouth (12,13). Gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, is a relatively common pathology.…”

“…So it is important that dental professionals can identify such patients and recommend appropriate measures to protect the long-term health of the dentition. Furthermore, dental professionals have the opportunity to recognize these pathologies (12,13,24).…”

Bad breath in gastrointestinal and liver diseases

“…The results of a study show that patients with ulcerative colitis had more oral signs and symptoms, including halitosis, than the patients in the normal group. Further researches on oral lesions in ulcerative colitis are also recommended so that these diseases can be better understood (9,10). Gastrointestinal and endocrine disorders may contribute to the problem (11,12).…”