Oral and maxillofacial manifestations of systemic sclerosis

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• Oral manifestations are prevalent in systemic sclerosis, affecting approximately 50% of individuals.
• Key symptoms include mouth opening restrictions and periodontal disease among affected patients.
• Assessment focused on both clinical examinations and patient-reported outcomes related to symptoms.
• Findings underscore the need for dental care integration in treating systemic sclerosis over time.