Implant therapy for a patient with Down syndrome and oral habits: A clinical report.

Authors :: Saponaro PC
Deguchi T
Lee DJ
Source :: The Journal of prosthetic dentistry [J Prosthet Dent] 2016 Sep; Vol. 116 (3), pp. 320-4. Date of Electronic Publication: 2016 Apr 28.
Publication Year :: 2016
Abstract: This clinical report describes prosthodontic therapy with an implant-supported partial fixed dental prosthesis for a patient with Down syndrome and concomitant oral habits, including tongue thrusting and thumb sucking.<br /> (Copyright © 2016 Editorial Council for the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry. Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.)

Subjects :: Adult
Down Syndrome psychology
Female
Humans
Dental Prosthesis, Implant-Supported
Denture, Partial, Fixed
Down Syndrome complications
Fingersucking adverse effects
Tongue Habits adverse effects

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