Nicole Buratovich, RDH, BS
Nicole Buratovich, RDH, BS, graduated from Cabrillo College’s dental hygiene program in 2015 but more recently obtained her B.S. in hygiene from Foothill College in 2020. She is the current president of the East Bay Component of the CDHA. Nicole is very passionate about her career and being involved with her local component. Nicole is currently working towards obtaining her RDHAP licensure. In the past, she has volunteered for East Bay Stand Down with Healing CA to provide dental care for veterans. In the future, she plans to apply for a volunteer outreach program with a mission to improve the dental health of impoverished regions of Jamaica. In her free time, she loves hanging out with her niece and nephew.
Literature Review: How Periodontal Health is Influenced in Cancer Patients
Abstract
Numerous studies show the link between cancer and inflammation and their involvement with periodontal disease. The impact of cancer treatment proves to significantly affect one’s health. The aim of this literature review is to determine whether cancer treatment will negatively affect the periodontal condition and oral health.
In total, 28 reviews, including cohort, cross-sectional, case-control, and systematic reviews dated within...