Primary Care Reports – October 1, 2025
October 1, 2025
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Oral Health for the PCP: A Collaborative Approach to Patient Care
Primary care physicians play a critical role in recognizing oral health as a sign of systemic disease. Common oral conditions can have diagnostic and preventive implications for broader health, including cardiovascular disease and autoimmune disorders. By conducting oral examinations, identifying red flags that require referral, and counseling patients on preventive care, physicians can integrate oral health awareness into comprehensive patient care.