Medical and dental standardization for solid organ transplant recipients

Authors

Mea A. Weinberg DMD, New York University College of DentistryFollow
Stuart L. Segelnick DDS, New York University College of DentistryFollow
Lawrence B. Kay DDS
Vinay Nair DO

Document Type

Article

Original Publisher or Platform

N Y State Dent J

Original Publication Date

11-2013

Abstract

Communication between the organ transplant team and dentist is important in formulating individualized care plans to reduce the incidence of pre- and post-transplant complications. Periodontal diseases and other oral infections may present serious risks that could compromise the success of a solid organ transplant. This article reviews why dentistry is an important component of total transplant care while the patient is on the waiting list for a transplant and after the transplantation. Recommendations regarding the care of the organ transplant patient are given.

Comments

Final version approved for deposit by NYDA

Recommended Citation

Weinberg, Mea A. DMD; Segelnick, Stuart L. DDS; Kay, Lawrence B. DDS; and Nair, Vinay DO, "Medical and dental standardization for solid organ transplant recipients" (2013). Individual Scholarship. 6.
https://commons.ada.org/individualscholarship/6