PREVALENCE OF MENTAL DISEASES DEPENDING ON AGE AND METHODS OF EXAMINATION AND DIAGNOSIS OF ORAL DISEASES

Аннотация

It becomes obvious that pathological processes in the oral cavity are closely related to changes in the general condition of the body, which is confirmed by the high frequency of caries, periodontitis and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) diseases in patients with somatic diseases. There are several categories of patients with mental disorders that require a special approach. They included 5 people with mood disorders (anxiety, depression, anger), patients with physical illusions and hallucinations, patients with excessive negative and obsessive thoughts about doctors, patients with personality disorders, and mentally retarded patients who need special oral care. Some studies show that the patient's mental state can significantly affect the clinical course of dental diseases, which is especially important. manifests itself in patients with phobias and anxiety disorders.