Nutritional and dental issues in patients with intellectual and developmental disabilities
| Autor: | Evan Spivack, Jane Ziegler |
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| Rok vydání: | 2017 |
| Předmět: |
Gerontology
Down syndrome Developmental Disabilities Population Oral Health Dental Caries Cerebral palsy 03 medical and health sciences 0302 clinical medicine 030225 pediatrics Intellectual Disability Health care medicine Humans education Child General Dentistry Periodontal Diseases education.field_of_study Edentulism business.industry 030206 dentistry medicine.disease Obesity Disadvantaged stomatognathic diseases business Body mass index |
| Zdroj: | Journal of the American Dental Association (1939). 149(4) |
| ISSN: | 1943-4723 |
| Popis: | Background People with intellectual and developmental disabilities are among the most disadvantaged and underserved groups of dental patients. Considerable health care disparities for this population have been identified, particularly oral and dental health as well as access to dental care services. People with Down syndrome and cerebral palsy have a variety of nutritional and dental considerations. Conclusions These people have a higher prevalence of untreated caries and periodontal disease than the general population and may have higher rates of obesity, edentulism, and chronic oral and systemic diseases. Diet choices may affect the oral health and may play an important role in the systemic health of these people. Suggestions to improve and affect dietary intake are provided. Clinical Implications Health issues within this population require a holistic approach to care. Concerns about oral health and diet must be addressed to support optimal health. |
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