The literature discusses oral manifestations caused by sexually transmitted viruses: a narrative review.
Minerva Dent Oral Sci
; 73(4): 238-247, 2024 Aug.
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| ID: mdl-38869836
ABSTRACT
This review provides practical recommendations for dental practitioners in dealing with oral lesions associated with sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), offering clinically relevant insights to increase the awareness of these diseases in the mainstream of everyday practice. STDs are acquired through unprotected vaginal, anal or oral sex and are caused by more than 30 different types of bacteria, viruses and protozoa. Saliva, precum, semen, vaginal secretions and menstrual blood could be likely vehicles of infections and defensive barriers to infection by pathogenic microbes could be represented via intact mucosal membrane, the diluent function of saliva, and the antimicrobial action of salivary enzymes that collectively contribute to oral health and protection. STD, can directly and indirectly affect mucous membranes, manifesting with characteristic diagnostic signs and lesions. Given their potential oral manifestations, dental professionals need a comprehensive understanding of STD. The findings of this review lay a foundation for comprehending several STDs, emphasizing the importance of physicians as well dental practitioners being open to discussing sexuality issues with patients and providing appropriate therapeutic interventions.
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01-internacional
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MEDLINE
Main subject:
Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Viral
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Mouth Diseases
Limits:
Humans
Language:
En
Journal:
Minerva Dent Oral Sci
Year:
2024
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Article
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