| Abstrakt: |
The gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) occurs from a failure of the esophageal valve, not having a single cause for this problem, but a series of factors that hinder the correct functioning of the valve, among which stand out: eating habits, smoking, some medications, which modify the stomach structure, compression of the abdominal cavity, obesity and pregnancy. This is due to the mechanisms involved in its pathophysiology, which once in contact with the oral cavity cause among others, dental erosion and canker sores. The objective of this study was to evaluate, through a literature review, how the gastroesophageal reflux disease influences patients' quality of life and their interference in the daily practice of the dental surgeon. In conclusion, the GERD interferes directly with patients' quality of life and with the daily practice of the dentist. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
