Dental Implications of Down Syndrome (DS): Review of the Oral and Dental Characteristics
Review Article | Open Access
Article DOI : https://doi.org/10.47739/2333-7117/1087
- 1. College of Dental Medicine, Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medical and Health Sciences, UAE
Mawlood B. Kowash, Associate Professor in Paediatric Dentistry, Hamdan Bin Mohammed College of Dental Medicine, Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medical and Health Sciences, Dubai, UAE, Tel: 00971 505939004;
Abstract
A literature search was conducted to identify the key oral and dental manifestations of DS. These findings are discussed and used to suggest recommendations for treatment planning in DS patients for the practicing dental practitioner and also to help other medical professionals in understanding the oral health status of DS patients and the importance of liaison with dental professionals.