Document Type
Article
Publication Date
4-2015
Publication Title
Journal of Dental Hygiene
Volume
89
Issue
2
Pages
76-85
Abstract
PURPOSE: Fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) is a neurosensory disorder characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain. Typically persistent fatigue, depression, limb stiffness, non-refreshing sleep and cognitive deficiencies are also experienced. Oral symptoms and pain are common, requiring adaptations in patient management strategies and treatment interventions. Appropriate dental hygiene care of patients suffering with this disorder is contingent upon an understanding of disease epidemiology, pathophysiology, clinical characteristics, oral signs and symptoms, as well as treatment approaches. With this information dental hygienists will be better prepared to provide appropriate and effective treatment to patients with FMS.
Original Publication Citation
Walters, A., Tolle, S.L., & McCombs, G.M. (2015). Fibromyalgia syndrome: Considerations for dental hygienists. Journal of Dental Hygiene, 89(2), 76-85.
Repository Citation
Walters, Amber; Tolle, Susan L.; and McCombs, Gayle M., "Fibromyalgia Syndrome: Considerations for Dental Hygienists" (2015). Dental Hygiene Faculty Publications. 24.
https://digitalcommons.odu.edu/dentalhygiene_fac_pubs/24