TY - JOUR A1 - Shanthi, G A1 - Vanka, Amit A1 - Bhambal, Ajay A1 - Saxena, Vrinda A1 - Sahana, S A1 - Chauhan, Neeraj T1 - Non-respiratory problems (dental problems) associated with asthmatic drugs - A review Y1 - 2011/10/1 JF - Journal of Indian Association of Public Health Dentistry JO - J Indian Assoc Public Health Dent SP - 474 EP - 475 VL - 9 IS - 18 UR - https://journals.lww.com/aphd/pages/default.aspx/article.asp?issn=2319-5932;year=2011;volume=9;issue=18;spage=474;epage=475;aulast=Shanthi N2 - Asthma is a chronic inflammatory condition that causes the airways to constrict and produce excessmucus, making breathing difficult. The reported prevalence of childhood asthma is increasing worldwide.Surveys undertaken during the past 20 years using similar methods throughout have found a consistentincrease in the prevalence of asthma. Many medications used to treat asthma have effects on the mouth,teeth and throat. This article reviews the correlation between asthma and oral health. Common OralProblems due to Asthma Medications may be Candidiasis and dry mouth. Asthmatic medications can placethe patient at risk of dental erosion by reducing salivary protection against extrinsic or intrinsic acids. Theeffect of asthma on oral health is the subject of debate among majority of the dentists. Increase frequencyof dental visits with your dentist or hygienist to prevent oral problems. ER -