This document discusses oral health issues related to lupus and Sjogren's syndrome. It outlines that oral ulcers, dry mouth, and infections are common oral manifestations. Medications used to treat lupus and Sjogren's can also impact oral health. Proper dental care, saliva substitutes, and medications like pilocarpine or cevimelene can help manage dry mouth. Fungal infections like candida and viral infections like herpes simplex need to be treated with anti-fungal or anti-viral medications. Bisphosphonates used for osteoporosis can potentially cause osteonecrosis of the jaw, so dental exams are recommended before starting these therapies.

1. Lupus and the Mouth Stuart A . Green MD Chief of Rheumatology

2. ACR Criteria

3. Acr criteria

7. Basic Mouth Anatomy

8. Sicca

9. Parotid Swelling

12. Herpes simplex

13. Herpes Simplex

16. Oral Candida