Burden of Bleeding and Clotting Disorders in Dentistry

Dr. Saraswathi Gopal .K, Dr. Kanimozhi .R

Abstract: Bleeding disorders are a group of disorders characterized by defensive hemostasis with abnormal bleeding. Dental practitioners should aware of the effects of bleeding disorders on the management of their patients. Because bleeding after dental treatment may cause severe or even fatal complications. The purpose of this article is to provide knowledge about identification of patient with bleeding disorder, causes and types of bleeding disorder, its oral complications and management procedure. Thus, it might be helpful for the oral physician in their daily dental practice.

Keywords: Hemostasis, Bleeding disorders, management, complications, dental practitioners