Increased risk of periodontal disease and poor oral-related quality of life in fibromyalgia.
People with fibromyalgia showed higher rates of gum disease and oral lesions compared to matched controls, with younger fibromyalgia patients experiencing greater impact on quality of life, though cavity rates were similar between groups.
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