The oral cavity is a barometer for systemic disease. During evaluative and treatment procedures, assessment of oral tissues with regard to both oral and systemic health is a critical service dental hygienists can provide. Match the nutrient or condition with the appropriate description or action.
-Increased incidence of dental caries and susceptibility to oral infections

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Xerostomia, or dry mouth, increases the risk of dental caries and susceptibility to oral infections due to a lack of saliva, which normally helps to clean the mouth and neutralize acids produced by bacteria.

The Oral Cavity Is a Barometer for Systemic Disease