Dental Care Of Special Needs

Question 1

What are examples of intellectual impairment

Answer 1

Down's syndrome
Fragile x
Autism 
Schizophrenia
Dyslexia
ADHD

Question 2

Describe features of Down syndrome

Answer 2

Chromosomal disorder- chromosome 21
Susceptible to cardiac disease
Large tongue strong muscles around lips- impedes access for cleaning
Low caries rate
High susceptibility to periodontal disease
Delayed eruption of primary teeth
Often congenitally missing teeth

Question 3

What can be categories of impairment

Answer 3

Intellectual
Physical
Sensory