SCOTT S. DE ROSSI, D.M.D. and
MICHAEL GLICK, D.M.D.
Lupus erythematosus, or LE, is a connective tissue disease thataffects a number of organ systems. Patients with this conditioncan experience several other serious conditionsbleeding,infection, endocarditis, adrenal insufficiency and mucocutaneousdiseasethat can affect the provision of dental care.The authors describe considerations for managing dental treatmentof patients with LE.