Oral Medicine
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Oral medicine is a specialized branch of dentistry that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of complex oral health issues that are often linked to systemic health or other medical conditions. It plays an important role in ensuring that oral health is integrated with overall medical care.
What does an oral medicine specialist do?
Whether working directly with patients or working with other medical and dental professionals as a consultant, an oral medicine specialist might:
- Consult on how dental treatments may need to be modified based on the patient's health (for example, recommending special considerations for people who are immunocompromised).
- Help patients manage oral side effects from medical treatments (for example, recommending treatment for mucositis, which is a common side effect of cancer chemotherapy that causes inflammation of the mouth's lining).
- Take part in diagnosis for conditions that are not easily explained or treated with conventional dental care.
Why choose UofL for oral medicine?
Our oral medicine specialists are faculty and educators at the University of Louisville, ensuring they stay current with the latest advances in their field. They make this knowledge accessible to patients for optimal care.
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