Prevalence of malocclusion in individuals with and without intellectual disability: A comparative study

ConclusionsIn this study, the prevalence of malocclusion was found to be higher and more severe in intellectual disabled participants. The dental practitioner should understand the particular relevance of this problem especially in patients with intellectual disabilities where impaired oral functions and poor appearance may further complicate oral health and increase negative social responses.

Source: Special Care in Dentistry - May 1, 2017 Category: Dentistry Authors: Joana P. Cabrita, Maria de F átima Bizarra, Sandra Ribeiro Graça Tags: ARTICLE Source Type: research