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Four different fulcrums:
Intra Oral, Extra Oral, Assisted fulcrums, Combinations
Standard Intra Oral fulcrums
Advantages and disadvantages
Same arch
Advantage: Most control, most stablility, most powerful.
Disadvantage: hard to get terminal shank parallel to tooth.
Advanced Fulcrums
Pros and Cons
Pros: Increase 2nd and 3rd molar access, increase deep pocket access, maintains natural hand wrist.
Cons: Requires more muscle, increase risk of slippage/sticks, decrease tactile, increase muscle strain.
Different type of extra oral fulcrums:
Knuckle rest, chin-cup, fulcrum on chin
Finger Assisted fulcrum
finger on finger
increase in parallelism
index finger from nondominant hand can help increase lateral pressure.
Cancer Facts:
Ratio of death due to cancer
1 out of 4
Cancer Facts:
Is it more common in men or women?
Does it increase or decrease with age?
Increases with age
more common in men
Cancer Definition
Uncontrolled growth of aberrant neoplastic cells
Destroy adjacent tissues
Metastasize via blood, lymph, serosal surfaces (secrete serous fluid)
Independent & aggressive
Cancer Identified
Palpable mass
Increases in size over time
Change in color surface
Lump
Enlarged lymph nodes
Altered organ function
Pain & paresthesia
Cancer facts:
How many individuals are diagnosed each day?
More than 90% of cases are attributed to____?
What race gets it the most?
100

SCC

African Americans
Cancer Facts:
High risk areas in the oral cavity?
Tongue, floor of the mouth, soft palate and lower lip
What are the two common head and neck cancers?
Basal Cell Carcinoma (sun exposure) and SCC (non-healing red and white lesion)
Common Oral Cancers
kaposi's sarcoma, melanoma, Mucoepidermal,Leukemia,Lymphoma
Kaposi's Sarcoma
purple plaque or nodule, palate, gingiva, or face (HIV/AIDS)
Melanoma
deadly brown/black enlarging plaque, skin or palate
Mucoepidermal
dome-shaped swelling with carcinoma, central ulceration of palate or retromolar region.
Leukemia
gingival enlargement, bleeding, skin pallor, increased bruising
Lymphoma
enlarged non-painful lymph nodes, palatal or pharyngeal swelling, retromolar ulceration
Which cancer is the most common?
Breast cancer
Leading cause of cancer deaths?
Lung Cancer
Different diagnostic stages of cancer
Stage I – localized tumor
Stage II – regional in nearby structures
Stage III – extensive beyond original site.
Invades other surrounding tissues through several layers
Stage IV – widely disseminated
Staging of tumor will determine aggressiveness of treatment required
Chemotherapy
Suppress immune system to deplete nutrients to cancerous tumor for growth
Depletes WBC overall and platelet count
Bleeding, swollen gingiva
Does not fight off bacterial invasion
Schedule therapy after consultation with physician – 17 days after treatment or 2 days before next treatment
CHX rinses (CloSys) and minimal home care with brushes, picks, oral irrigators, etc.
Radiation therapy
ORN – osteoradionecrosis
BON – bisphosphonate-associated ORN
Xerostomia
daily fluoride gels & oral irrigators
Frequent RDH appointments
Fungal infection – prescribed treatment
Tooth sensitivity – reduced saliva secretion & ↓pH of saliva
Muscle trismus - exercises
Should prophlyaxis be before chemotherapy or after?
before
post cancer treatment
Consultation with physician
Patient re-care
1-3 months during first 2 years
3-6 months thereafter
Red and White blood cells are more affected by men or women?
women
Anemia
A reduction in the oxygen carrying capacity of the blood associated with:
A decreased number of circulating red blood cells (RBCs)
An abnormality in the hemoglobin (Hb) within the RBCs
Anemia consists of hemoglobin levels less than
12 g/dL for women
13 g/dL in men
Different types of anemia:
Iron Deficiency anemia, Pernicous Anemia, sickle cell anemia
Iron Deficiency
Can be caused by
Excessive blood loss
Poor iron intake or absorption
Increased demand for iron
Anemia in men is rare and may be from a serious medical problem
Oral Symptoms of Anemia
Be aware of glossitis, smooth tongue, cheilosis, or loss of taste sensation as these have been described in patients with anemia
Pernicious anemia
Vitamin B12 deficiency
Vitamin B12 may be stored for several years
Deficiency is rare
Usually develops late in adulthood ( 40 years or older)
Early onset in black American women has occurred
Increased risk for developing gastric carcinoma in long term pernicious anemia
Sickle Cell Anemia
Inherited as autosomal recessive traits
Affects African American populations
RBC becomes “sickle” shaped
Lowered oxygen tension
Decreased pH
Patient is dehydrated
Delayed eruption of teeth and dental hypoplasia are often seen.
Sickle Cell Anemia Management
Can have routine dental care during noncrisis periods
Long and complicated appointments should be avoided
Preventive dental care to minimize risk of oral infection
Avoid elective surgical procedures
Avoid dehydration
Local anesthetic is allowable
Avoid prilocaine and general anesthesia
Epinephrine is controversial
Do not use concentrations stronger than 1: 100, 000 epi
Nitrous oxide-oxygen may be used for short periods with at least 50% oxygen provided
Avoid barbiturates, narcotics, and high doses of salicylates
Pain control: acetaminophen and small doses of codeine
Should antibiotic prophylaxis be used with someone that has sickle anemia?
No evidence for use but is recommended for surgical procedures
White blood cell disorders may create:
Delayed wound healing
Infection
Mucosal ulceration
May be fatal
Normal circulating white blood cells are:
4,400 – 11, 000/uL in adults
What does leukocytosis mean?
an increase in circulating WBCs (> 11, 000/uL)
Leukopenia:
a decrease in circulating WBCs ( < 4400/uL)
Leukemia
Definition and different types:
Cancer of WBCs affecting bone marrow and circulating blood
4 types
Acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL)
Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)
Acute myelogenous leukemia (AML)
Chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML)
Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL)
Uncontrolled proliferation of immature lymphoid tissue
Most common form in children younger than 19
Predilection to boys
Suppression of hematopoiesis
Patients susceptible to excessive bleeding, anemia, poor healing, and infection after surgical procedures
Oral Manifestations of Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL)
Oral manifestation
Gingival enlargement
Ulceration
Oral infection
Gingival bleeding and fetor oris may occur from poor oral hygiene and gingival enlargement
Good oral care, chlorhexidine, and chemotherapy are beneficial
Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)
Most common type in adults

Signs and Symptoms: fatigue, anorexia, weight loss
Oral manifestations of Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)
Oral manifestation
Generalized lymphadenopathy
Pallor of oral mucosa
Oral soft tissue infection (developing hypoglobulinemia)

Incurable disease
Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
Increase of immature WBC in bone marrow space and circulation
Disease of adults, incidence increases with age and rises after age 50
Sudden onset and leads to death in 1-3 months if untreated
Oral Manisfestations of acute myelogenous
1/3 of patients will have:
Recurrent infections
Oral ulcerations
Fever
Enlarged tonsils, lymph nodes, spleen, and gingiva
Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia
Slow progression of disease for 3 -5 years and then accelerates, followed by a crisis ( blast phase)
Treatment in accelerated or blast phase have poorer prognosis
Oral Manisfestations of Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia
Oral manifestations are less likely to be observed compared to AML
Generalized lymphadenopathy
Pallor of oral mucosa
Soft tissue infection
Lymphomas
definition
types
Cancer of the lymphoid organs and tissues

7th most common malignancy worldwide

More than 20 types
Hodgkin lymphoma
Non-Hodgkin lymphoma
Multiple Myeloma
Hodgkin lymphoma
Neoplasm of B lymphocytes

Most common in young adults
1.4 : 1 male to female ratio
Sign and symptoms of hodgkin lymphoma
Signs and symptoms:
Painless mass, firm, enlarged lymph node
Fever, weight loss, night sweats
Non- Hodgkin lymphoma
6th most common cancer in men and 5th in women in US
Oral signs and symptoms of Non- Hodgkin lymphoma
Signs and symptoms:
Enlarged lymph nodes, fever, weight loss

Intraorally, involves Waldeyer’s ring on the soft palate and oropharynx.
Multiple Myeloma
Lymphoproliferative disorder
Overproduction of cloned malignant plasma cells
Affects men more than women
Involves bone resorption and bone marrow replacement that can lead to anemia
Infections are common
Primary cause of death
Radiographs:
Multiple “punched-out” lesions at tumor sites
30 % of patients have osteolytic lesions on the jaw
Commonly on posterior body of mandible
Bisphosphonates are used to maintain bone strength and reduce bone pain
Dental Management of anemia
May treat patients with anemia if hemoglobin levels are above 11 g/dL and is free of symptoms.
Patients below 11 g/dL, has abnormal heart rate or oxygen saturation less than 91 % should have treatment postponed until health improves.
Dental Management for chemotherapy
Extractions before chemotherapy
Minimum of 10 -14 days between extraction and start of chemotherapy
Avoid invasive procedures if platelet counts are less than 50,000/uL
Heart Failure
Represents a symptom complex that may be caused by a number of specific diseases.

Represents the end stage of cardiovascular diseases

Caused by an inability of the heart to function efficiently
Incidence and prevalence of heart failure
5 million people in the USA have Heart Failure
550,000 new diagnoses each year
Primary condition of the elderly
80% patient hospitalized are older 65 years of age
Heart Failure is major cause of morbidity
HF patients have poor prognosis
35% men, 50% women live past 5 years after diagnosis
The top four most common causes of heart failure:
Most Common Causes
Coronary heart disease
Hypertension
Cardiomyopathy
Valvular heart disease
Complications of the right and left ventricles
Left Ventricular

Begins at Left Ventricle
Manifestations:
Dyspnea
Fatigue
Result
Acute pulmonary edema
Pulmonary hypertension

Right Ventricular

Follows LV pulmonary hypertension
Manifestations
Dyspnea
Orthopnea
Pulmonary edema
Result
Pulmonary hypertension
Symptoms and signs of the left ventricular failure
Dyspnea
Fatigue
Orthopnea
Paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea
Exercise intolerance

signs:Rapid shallow breathing
Hyperventilation
Inspiratory rales (Crackles)
Heart murmur
Pulsus alterans
Symptoms and signs of the right ventricular failure
Venous congestion
Peripheral edema

signs:
Distended jugular veins
Large tender liver
Ascites
Clubbing of fingers
Weight gain
AHA/ACC Classifications

A
Predisposed heart failure factors: No HF symptoms
Coronary artery disease
Hypertension
Diabetes
AHA/ACC Classifications

B
Same as A
Demonstrates LV hypertrophy or dysfunction
AHA/ACC Classifications

C
Present symptoms of heart failure and underlying heart disease
Most Common
AHA/ACC Classifications

D
Present symptoms of heart failure and underlying heart disease
Most Common
Medical management of Stage A heart failure:
STAGE A, (high risk for HF but without structural heart disease or symptoms)
Treat: Hypertension, Lipid disorders
Encourage: tobacco cessation, exercise, good diet
Discourage: alcohol and street drug use
Medications: ACE inhibitors, Angiotensin receptor blockers for patients with diabetes & vascular disease.
Medical management of stage B heart failure:
STAGE B, (Structural heart disease no signs or symptoms)
All measures for STAGE A +
Medications: ACE inhibitors or ARB’s & Beta-blocker.
Medical Management of stage C heart failure
STAGE C, (structural heart disease with prior or current symptoms)
All measures for STAGES A & B +
Dietary salt restriction
Medications: Diuretics, ACE inhibitors, Beta-blockers.
Selective patients may use: aldosterone antagonist, digitalis, ARB’s, and nitrates.
Devices: pacemakers and defibrillators.
Medical Management of stage D heart failure
Structural heart disease no signs or symptoms of HF
All measures for STAGE A, B, C +
Heart transplant, chronic isotropes, permanent mechanical support, experimental drugs or surgery.
Provide compassionate end-of-life care.
Dental Management for heart failure
Thorough medical HHX
Address underlying conditions
Hypertension, atherosclerotic disease, diabetes, obesity
Address and encourage tobacco cessation
Stages A – C
Out weight risks of treatment (Stage C contact physician)
Routine care depending on severity
Early, short, low stress appointments
Seat patient semi-supine or upright
Stage D
Treatment confined to hospital setting (contact physician
Different types of Neurologic Disorders
Epilepsy
Stroke (Cerebrovascular Accident)
Parkinson’s Disease
Alzheimer’s
Dementia
Multiple Sclerosis
Cerebrospinal Fluid Shunts
Epilepsy
Abnormal electrical activity in the brain (seizure)
Changes in neurologic function
10% of population will have a seizure in their lifetime
Seizures most common in childhood
In a practice of 2000 patients; between 2-5 patients will experience seizures.
SEIZURES DO NOT ALWAYS INDICATE EPILEPSY
Epilepsy Signs and Symptoms
Irritability
Aura (momentary sensory alteration)
Muscle rigidity
Pupil dilation
Eyes rolling upward or to the side
Loss of consciousness
Breathing spasms
Tonic-Clonic (Grand Mal)
Epilepsy Management
Anti-seizure drugs
Phenytoin---dilation
Tegretol
Valproic acid
Side effect of antisiezure medications
Gingival overgrowth
Xerostomia
Increased incidence of infection
Leukopenia
Osteoporosis
Epilepsy Dental Management
Thorough medical history
Date of last seizure, medications, severeness of seizures,etc.
Propoxyphene and Erythromycin should NOT be administered to patient’s taking carbamazepine.
Aspirin should NOT be prescribed for patients on valproic acid.
Valprioic acid -Chemical compound found in some anticonvulsant and mood stabilizer drugs
Seizure Management in Dental Chair
Supine position
Prevent patient from injury
Remove all instruments from area
Administer oxygen after seizure has ceased
Stroke definition
Interruption of oxygenated blood to the brain.
Can be fatal or debilitating
5% of United States population over 65 has had a stroke.
Risk greater in African Americans
More women then men affected.
TIA (transient ischemic attack), RIND (reversible ischemic neurologic deficit), CVA (cerebrovascular accident) Stroke in evolution
Stroke Signs and Symptoms
Hemiplegia (half of the body is paralyzed)
Trouble speaking
Loss of vision/dimness of vision
Dizziness
Unsteadiness
Sudden fall
Stroke Management non DH
#1 treatment is PREVENTION
Eating healthy
Exercise
Blood pressure under control
Carotid endarterectomy (remove plaque from carotid artery)
Stabilize patient with anticoagulants
Surgical Intervention
Stroke Dental Management
Identify risk factors in patients and educate on prevention
No dental treatment for 6 months
INR assessment if taking anticoagulant (must be 3.5 or less)
No metronidizol or tetracycline – may ↑INR
No aspirin – acetomynephen for pain control
Short mid morning stress free appointments
Vitals monitored
If stroke occurs- administer oxygen and activate EMS
Parkinson’s Disease definition
Alteration in the neurons that produce dopamine
Affects 1 in 300 people per year
Affects more men than women
No racial predilection exists
Signs and Symptoms of parkinson disease
1st noticeable sign is tremor “pin rolling” of one hand (thumb and forefinger rubbing together)
Muscle rigidity
Slow movement
Facial impassiveness
Medical Management of parkinson disease non DH
Therapy to increase dopamine levels
Six different classes of drugs (pg 509 table 27-2)
Carbidopa/levodopa (sinemet) used after 5-10 years of disease
Physical therapy (to prevent patient from hurting themselves when doing daily tasks)
Dental Management of parkinson disease
Minimize the adverse outcomes of muscle rigidity and tremor – be careful with sharp things
Avoid drug interactions
OHI: rinses and electric tooth brush due to inability to perform adequate home care
No EPI with patients on COMT inhibitors
(enzyme catechol-O-methyl transferase)
Erythromycin should not be given to patients on a dopamine agonist
Assist patient in and out of the chair
Schedule appointments 2-3 hours after medication is taken
Soft arm restraints or sedation might be indicated if necessary
Dementia and Alzheimer’s definition /facts
Slow progressive decline in intellectual abilities
Memory
Abstract thinking
Judgement
Associated with aging
Not easily cured or reversed
May be no cure
Signs and Symptoms of Dementia and Alzheimer’s
Short term memory loss
Change in personality
Change in behavior
Change in language
Alzheimer’s Etiology
Unknown
Has been linked to environmental factors:
Mercury
Aluminum
Viruses
Medical Management of Alheizmers
Unknown
Has been linked to environmental factors:
Mercury
Aluminum
Viruses
Dental Management for alheizmer
Short words and sentences to communicate
Repeat if necessary
Discuss OHI and treatment with patient AND loved one/care taker
Short appointments
Sedation if necessary (mostly for severe cases)
Removable Prosthetics should be taken from patient for fear of self injury
Oral Manifestations of alheizmers
Xerostomia
Poor home care
Mucosal lesions
Candidiasis
Periodontal disease
Root caries
Increased plaque and calculus
Multiple Sclerosis definition
Autoimmune disease
Most common autoimmune disease of the nervous system
Inflammation leading to demyelination and axonal injury
1 in 850 persons have MS
Etiology of Multiple Sclerosis
Unknown
Triggered by infections
Rabies
Measles
Herpes virus
Chlamydia
Signs and Symptoms of MS
Begins in young adulthood
Disturbance in vision
Abnormal eye movements
Difficulty in walking
Vertigo
Tremor
Paralysis of a limb
Fatigue
ALL SYMPTOMS ARE EXACERBATED BY HEAT
Medical Management of MS
Anti-inflammatory medications (corticosteroids)
Methylprednisolone
Avonex
Betaseron

Complications of MS involve treatment of:
Spasticity
Poor bladder control
Fatigue
Paroxysmal events (muscle movements similar to seizure)
Dental Management of MS
If a patient is on corticosteroids, they may need to be altered for dental treatment
Consult physician before treating patients on corticosteroids
Dental care should be provided during periods of remission
Screen for xerostomia and burning mouth
Schedule short morning appointments
Oral Manifestations of MS
Oral Manifestations:
Dysarthria (slow irregular speech w/unusual separation of words)
Parasthesia
Numbness of orofacial structures
Trigeminal neuralgia
Cerebrospinal Fluid Shunts definition
Placed due to Hydrocephalus (increase fluid around brain)
Shunts placed to reduce fluid pressure
75,000 shunts placed in US per year
In dentistry: small risk of infection
Usually infection occurs the first 2 months after placement
No antibiotic prophylaxis is needed (AHA)
BELL’S PALSY definition
Paralysis of the seventh cranial nerve

Cause unknown
Post Surgery
Infections
Viral or bacterial
Herpes simplex
Abrupt onset
Eyelids
Cannot close
Risk of infection
Mouth
Drooping
Drooling
Speech
Mastication
BELL’S PALSY symptoms
Most symptoms last about 1 month

May have residual effects that could last for the rest of their life
Some paralysis
Speech
Chewing
Food retention
BELL’S PALSY dental management
Treatment considerations

Safety glasses!
Protect airway
Caution with anesthesia
Frequent rinsing or brushing
Dental chair rinsing and suction
Treatment modalities
Drugs – especially prednisone
Psychiatric Disorders: the different types
Mood disorders
Depression
Bipolar disorder
Schizophrenia
Somatoform disorders
Mood Disorders: Depression
Depression:
Most common psychiatric illness, yet not always recognized and treated
Occurs at any age (most commonly mid-20s)
Occurs more frequently in women
Symptoms of depression
Symptoms and manifestations vary considerably and include:
Apathy
Fear
Sadness
Loss of energy
Dysthymia
minor form of depression, common in elderly
treatment for mood disorders (depression)
Treatment:
Lifestyle changes
Counseling & psychotherapy
Antidepressants
SSRIs- initial therapy
More tolerable, safety in overdose
Ex: Prozac, Zoloft, Paxil
Tricyclic Antidepressants
High risk of overdose
Xerostomia
Cardiac dose of Epinephrine
MAOIs
Older, typically not used as much
Dental Management of mood disorders (depression)
Patients may have omission of health habits
Monitor medical history closely at each visit
Know medication side effects, even if they aren’t apparent
EO/IO, check for xerostomia
Two bipolar phases:
2 phases:
1. Depressive
2. Manic – excessive elation, hyperactivity, accelerated thinking, speaking
Treatment for bipolar disorder
Psychosocial therapy
Pharmacotherapy
3 pronged approach:
Manic phase- antipsychotics
Depression- antidepressants
Maintenance therapy –
Lithium is gold standard
Side effects: GI irritation, thirst, muscle weakness
Drug interactions with NSAIDS and Metronidazole
Off label anticonvulsants
Dental Management for bipolar
Dental Management:
Encourage adherence to drug regimens
Patients have tendency to argue and become irritable. May especially be apparent if patient feels pressured
Do not rush the patient
Carefully review medical history and consult with physician as needed
Take time to research patients drug effects
Lithium may impart a metallic taste
Rates of alcohol and drug abuse are high with these patients
Schizophrenia
Complex, chronic mental disorder causing disturbances in feeling, thinking, and behavior that impairs function
Onset:
usually 15-24 in males and 25-35 in women
can be gradual or abrupt
Symptoms include:
disordered thinking, inappropriate emotional responses, hallucinations, delusions, bizarre behavior
Unknown cause- possibly genetic and environmental factors in conjunction with dopamine disturbances
Treatment for schizophrenia
Pharmacotherapy
Conventional antipsychotics block dopamine receptors
Abilify
Zyprexa

Careful monitoring is essential because side effects can be severe
Xerostomia
Postural hypotension
Drowsiness
Reduced leukocytes
Agranulocytosis – candida may be present
Tardive dyskinesia – involuntary mouth and jaw movements
Akathisis- restless foot
Dystonia- abnormal muscle contraction
Schizophrenia dental management
Dental Management:
Elective treatment should not be done during periods of exacerbation
Plan a simple routine using a familiar and organized routine
Decrease stimulation
Plan for future oral health because it is a lifelong disorder
Somatoform Disorders
Physical complaints for which no general medical cause is present
5 different types of somatoform disorders
Somatization Disorder ,Conversion Disorder,Pain Disorder ,Hypochondriasis,Factitious Disorder
Somatization Disorder definition
Multiple unexplained somatic symptoms including: pain, diarrhea, bloating, vomiting, weakness, blindness
Many patients also have anxiety, depression, or personality disorder
Conversion Disorder-
Monosymptomatic somatoform disorder
Pain Disorder definition
Pain causes the patient distress in important areas of functioning however no disease/cause can be identified
Often the result of a stressful event
Hypochondriasis definition
Preoccupied with fear or belief that they have a serious disease
Factitious Disorder definition
Intentional self-harm
Skin is most common site of injury
Treatment for somatic disorders; Medical and dental
Treatment:
Multiple therapies including psychotherapy or group therapy
Drug therapy not usually indicated

Dental management:
Do not administer unneeded medical, surgical, or medicinal therapies