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1. • • Professional cleaning by an oral health care provider, systemic antibiotics, and instructions on home care may be needed to stop the infection. Explain that the parent/caregiver may need to help with daily toothbrushing and flossing and that frequent appointments with an oral health care provider may be necessary.
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   What is dental management for patients with Down syndrome?

   • According to the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS), dental management for patients with the condition entails paying special attention to: Both primary (“baby”) and permanent teeth often erupt (move from their nonfunctional to functional positions) later for patients with Down syndrome than patients without it.

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   How can a person with Down syndrome prevent gum disease?

   • Daily use of chlorhexidine (in a rinse, spray bottle or toothbrush), an antimicrobial agent if necessary. This prevents gum disease. Encourage your loved one with Down syndrome to drink water more often. Limit sweetened beverages, such as soda or juice. What is gingivitis and periodontal disease?

   Dental Care Tips for People with Down Syndrome

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   How can a person with Down syndrome prevent oral health problems?

   • Periodontal disease is the most common oral health problem in people who have Down syndrome. It is often caused by plaque build-up that irritates the gums. The best way to prevent this is to continually practice good dental care habits, like brushing teeth at least twice a day and flossing daily when possible.

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   Bruxism is very common in people with Down syndrome. The main signs of bruxism are clenching and grinding of teeth. People can have bruxism while they are awake, asleep or both. It can be caused by behavioral (as part of harmless repetitive habits), psychosocial, anatomical or sleep position concerns.

4. www.mayoclinic.org › diseases-conditions › bruxismBruxism (teeth grinding) - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic

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   Aug 10, 2017 · Many kids outgrow bruxism without treatment, and many adults don't grind or clench their teeth badly enough to require therapy. However, if the problem is severe, options include certain dental approaches, therapies and medications to prevent more tooth damage and relieve jaw pain or discomfort.

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   Brush teeth twice daily with a soft toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste. Children less than 2 years should get a thin “smear” of fluoride toothpaste, and children 2 to 5 years should get a small “pea-sized” amount. Limit the frequency of sugar and cracker/bread based snacks.

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   Good dental management for patients with Down syndrome shares the same foundation as dental management for everyone: regular brushing and flossing, and limiting sugar and refined carbohydrates in the diet.

8. www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov › pmc › articlesBruxism in Children and Adolescents with Down Syndrome: A ...

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   Mar 1, 2021 · Bruxism is defined as “a repetitive jaw-muscle activity that is characterized by clenching or grinding of the teeth and/or by bracing or thrusting of the mandible,” and is distinguished into sleep bruxism (SB) or awake bruxism (AB), depending on its circadian phenotype [ 1 ].

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   Aug 10, 2017 · Signs and symptoms of bruxism may include: Teeth grinding or clenching, which may be loud enough to wake up your sleep partner. Teeth that are flattened, fractured, chipped or loose. Worn tooth enamel, exposing deeper layers of your tooth. Increased tooth pain or sensitivity.

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    Oct 5, 2023 · Individualized treatment plans: These should be tailored to the specific needs and abilities of patients with Down syndrome. This may involve shorter appointments, frequent breaks, or dividing treatment into multiple sessions to accommodate attention span and comfort level.