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Skin and Oral Infectious Diseases Overview by Kate Lagundi is a document available to read on EtoBox.
The document discusses infectious diseases of the skin and oral cavity. It notes that intact skin serves as a physical barrier against pathogens and the oral cavity contains hundreds of bacterial species maintained in ecological balance. Key points are that skin infections can still occur when this balance is disrupted, and oral diseases like dental caries, gingivitis and periodontitis result from shifts in the oral microbiome caused by factors like poor dental hygiene or diet. Treatment involves restoring
- Author
- Kate Lagundi
- Language
- EN