About this Research Topic
Metabolic syndrome, also known as 'syndrome X', is a group of risk factors which predispose an individual to certain chronic diseases. Elements such as increased cholesterol, high blood pressure, high blood sugar and abdominal obesity result in increased risk of cardiovascular diseases, diabetes and fatty liver. It is usually characterized by increased insulin resistance. Since insulin plays an important role in maintaining cell function, any dysregulation associated with it increases risk of disorders.
It has been established that oral health affects diabetes, cardiovascular illnesses and vice versa along with exclusive association of periodontal diseases and metabolic syndrome. Issues such as pain, ulcers, fungal infections, periodontal infections, dry mouth, tooth loss and general oral discomfort are amongst some of the complications which patients face either due to the disease itself or because of their medications. Moreover, whilst treating such patients, difficulties may arise during procedures which can instigate an alteration in the treatment strategy. All these issues culminate in compromised quality of life, specially in those patients who have limited access to healthcare.
There is dearth of literature with respect to metabolic syndrome and oral health, impact on overall quality of life, new treatment modalities to minimize risks during surgery and new interventions to improve their oral health.
This Research Topic welcomes studies which elaborate the effect of metabolic syndrome on oral health related quality of life and challenges associated with management of oral hygiene amongst such patients. Special focus will be on new interventions to improve oral health in such patients.
It has been established that oral health affects diabetes, cardiovascular illnesses and vice versa along with exclusive association of periodontal diseases and metabolic syndrome. Issues such as pain, ulcers, fungal infections, periodontal infections, dry mouth, tooth loss and general oral discomfort are amongst some of the complications which patients face either due to the disease itself or because of their medications. Moreover, whilst treating such patients, difficulties may arise during procedures which can instigate an alteration in the treatment strategy. All these issues culminate in compromised quality of life, specially in those patients who have limited access to healthcare.
There is dearth of literature with respect to metabolic syndrome and oral health, impact on overall quality of life, new treatment modalities to minimize risks during surgery and new interventions to improve their oral health.
This Research Topic welcomes studies which elaborate the effect of metabolic syndrome on oral health related quality of life and challenges associated with management of oral hygiene amongst such patients. Special focus will be on new interventions to improve oral health in such patients.
Keywords: Metabolic Syndrome, Oral Health, Treatment Intervention, Oral Hygiene, Quality of Life, Cardiometabolic Health, Chronic Disease
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