Dental Management of Adolescents and Young Adults Living with HIV/AIDS.

HIV, both diagnosed and undiagnosed, remains a significant health problem among U.S. adolescents and young adults. Since HIV/AIDS increases the risk for various oral conditions, it is imperative that dentists become familiar with its presentation and clinical management within this unique population. This brief paper details the occurrence, elevated risk for oral diseases, and clinical management of HIV/AIDS among adolescents and young adults. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]