Dermatomyositis: what the oral healthcare provider must know

• Main Authors: Patil Pavan Manohar (Author), Patil Seema Pavan (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: EDP Sciences, 2021-01-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
• Online Access: Connect to this object online.
• Notes: 2608-1326; 10.1051/mbcb/2020048
• Keywords: dermatomyositis; oral manifestations; facial rash; management; dental considerations; malignancy; Dentistry; RK1-715; Surgery; RD1-811
• Source: Journal of Oral Medicine and Oral Surgery, Vol 27, Iss 1, p 16 (2021)

Dermatomyositis (DM) is an autoimmune condition characterized by skin rashes and progressive muscle weakness. It is classified under the idiopathic inflammatory myopathies (IIM) and can affect children as well as adults. A heightened incidence of malignancy in adults with DM has laid greater focus on its early diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring. In recent years, a greater understanding of the pathogenesis of the disease, its diagnostic criteria and management has improved the quality of life in affected individuals. The orofacial region presents with many manifestations of the disorder, sometimes even the initial presenting signs. This review presents an update on the disease process, its pathogenesis, diagnostic criteria, orofacial manifestations, medical management and dental considerations for patients with DM. The updated knowledge about DM is crucial for oral health care providers to plan and execute oral health care in a coordinated manner.