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Background: The knowledge of dentistry, especially the stomatology, is crucial for the correct diagnosis of oral cavity diseases, such as those arising from the employment relationship. Thus, the occupational dentist needs to improve and expand their knowledge in stomatology to get more accurate history and diagnosis of the ills that may arise. Objectives: This article highlights the role of Occupational Dentistry (OT) in the diagnosis of work-related diseases, especially in diving. And underscores the importance of understanding disease processes at work originated because early diagnosis can be made by a dentist. Methods: We performed a literature review using PubMed and the Bibliographical Index Medicus to identify articles in English published on topics related to the keyword “dental barotrauma”. Results: Few studies about the topic were found and only seven reported dental barotrauma, and a significant part of the literature is not current. Despite the Norm number 15 of the Ministry of Labour deal with the matter, it does not talk about the performance of occupational dentist for examinations in these workers. Conclusions: It is for the OT examination and monitoring of oral health worker, seeking prevention, early diagnosis, quality of life, increased productivity and therefore profit for the company. As for OT in diving, the role of dentist is primarily preventive, requiring medical evaluations and regular oral examinations in divers.

Palabras clave: Dentistry oral medicine oral manifestations occupational diseases barotrauma diving.

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Vol. 10 Núm.2. Julio-Diciembre 2012 Pags. 56-63 Revista Bras. Med. Trab. 2012; 10(2)