GPs and primary care clinicians often encounter oral and dental problems, many of which are significant indicators of underlying systemic disease. In this episode of the Clinical Update podcast, medical editors Sangeeta and Dawn discuss symptoms and signs that can suggest gastrointestinal diseases such as Crohn’s, gastro-oesophageal reflux disease or eating disorders. They also examine the two-way relationship between periodontal health and diabetes, and the critical impact of oral health on pregnancy outcomes, including risks of pre-eclampsia and preterm birth.
The episode further covers autoimmune presentations like lupus and pemphigus vulgaris, medication-related hyperpigmentation, and the oral health inequalities faced by patients with severe mental illness. Finally, the team provides practical guidance on managing maxillofacial emergencies, such as tooth avulsion and dental abscesses, in the GP surgery.
Educational objectives
After listening to this podcast, healthcare professionals should be better able to:
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Please note: this podcast is presented by medical editors and discusses educational content written or presented by doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals on the MIMS Learning website and at live events.
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