Butler Craig J, Mundey Shakeya, Cherry-Peppers Gail*, Fryer Cheryl E, Jackson Andrea D, Woods Dexter, Sonnier Jezelle, Mercer Janis, Slade Lisa, Robinson-Warner Gillian, Noel Kenson E, Salter Reginald, Alayssami Mazin, Boxill Shannon, Lotlikar Priti, Graves Yolanda, Peppers Gretchen, Thompson Jelani, Pasham Sameera, Cooper Ciara and Miller Dejenee

Howard University Research Committee, Faculty and Affiliates, and Research Committee Students, USA

*Corresponding Author: Cherry-Peppers Gail, Howard University Research Committee, Faculty and Affiliates, and Research Committee Students, USA.

Received: May 19, 2026; Published: June 18, 2026

The incidence of debilitating conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and risk factors such as the use of tobacco products continues to climb. The impact and detrimental role of these systemic conditions present a challenge in the maintenance of oral health after loss of teeth. Long-lasting systemic diseases may persist and worsen over time, and can result in deterioration of oral function, and poor outcomes for those patients who wear full and partial dentures. The need for prosthetic devices will continue to increase as the average life expectancy age increases. There is a great need to improve access and frequency of prosthetic dental visits. Incorporating routine oral health assessments and regular denture maintenance visits may improve overall health and successful patient outcomes.

Keyworda: Oral Health; Diabetes; Inflammation; Tobacco Use; Cardiovascular Disease; Dentures

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Citation: Cherry-Peppers Gail., et al. “Systemic Conditions and Associations with Dental Protheses". Acta Scientific Dental Sciences 10.7 (2026): 15-19.

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