It is important that the dental hygienist understand the effects of systemic disease on nutritional status and oral health. Match each disease, condition, or medication with its most appropriate description.
-Megaloblastic anemia associated with vitamin B₁₂ deficiency

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Pernicious anemia is a condition where there is a deficiency of intrinsic factor which leads to inadequate absorption of vitamin B12 in the intestine, causing megaloblastic anemia.

Answer: D
 Bisphosphonates are medications used for treating osteoporosis and bone metastasis. They can cause osteonecrosis of the jaw, a condition that causes bone tissue in the jaw to die.

Answer: I
 Neoplasia refers to the formation of tumors or abnormal growths of cells. Oral neoplasia can lead to oral cancer and affect oral health.

Note: The other diseases, conditions, and medications listed do not have a direct association with nutritional status and oral health.

It Is Important That the Dental Hygienist Understand the Effects