Oral health findings and comprehensive management of a patient with hypotonic cerebral palsy- a case report with a two-year follow-up
Year: 2024
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: Background- Cerebral palsy is a group of disorders that affect the movement and muscle tone or posture caused by a non-progressive abnormality of the immature brain that originates during the prenatal period/first few years of life. The dentist is a crucial element of the interdisciplinary healthcare team that treats this special group since cerebral palsy patients frequently have oral manifestations. Case report- This case report presents a 14-year-old male with hypotonic cerebral palsy and a description and importance of a comprehensive dental approach. On oral examination, the patient presented poor oral hygiene, plaque accumulation, several carious teeth in the upper and lower arch, and root stumps. A comprehensive dental treatment was planned and performed accordingly. Conclusion: This case report underscores the vital role of comprehensive, structured dental interventions in enhancing the oral health-related quality of life for children with cerebral palsy. It's imperative to raise awareness about the significance of well-planned oral health strategies in caring for individuals with cerebral palsy, thereby ensuring a fulfilling and healthier life for these patients and their caregivers. Received: 26 April 2024 Accepted: 15 August 2024 Published: 04 September 2024
Authors: Amol Suresh Patil, Aditi Mhatre, Sayali Katkar, Shreya Shah, Samhita Bahutule, Madhuri Patil
Language: English
Subfield: Periodontics
Field: Dentistry
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4403596026