Oral Condition and Salivary pH Down Syndrome Children in the Occurrence of Caries: A Narrative Review
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https://doi.org/10.47941/ijhmnp.2419Keywords:
Down Syndrome, Caries , Saliva Ph, Oral Cavity, Human and HealthAbstract
Purpose:. Down syndrome is a genetic disorder caused by trisomy 21, which affects various body systems and morphology, including the oral cavity. Down syndrome shows a intraoral characteristics such as taurodontism, microdontia, hypodontia, and delayed tooth eruption higher salivary pH, elevated bicarbonate levels, and increased IgA concentrations. The higher prevalence of caries in children with DS, mainly due to poor eating habits, neuromuscular dysfunction, and inadequate oral hygiene. Our aim in this study was to analyze the relationship between oral cavity conditions, salivary composition, and caries prevalence in children with Down syndrome highlighting unique factors that contribute to their oral health status.
Methodology: Narrative review analyzing 15 relevant journals on oral health in children with Down syndrome.
Findings: Salivary pH, delayed tooth eruption, and eating habits contribute to the incidence of caries.
Unique contribution to theory, practice and policy: The varying prevalence of caries in children with Down syndrome highlights the importance of a focused approach to dental care, considering the unique challenges they face.
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