Document Type : Research Article
Abstract
Autism disorder (AD) was first identified by Leo Kanner, an American child psychologist, in 1943..The oral hygiene of autistic patients has been found to be poorer than that of non-autistic patients.Some of the common oral conditions seen in patients with ASD are dental caries; periodontal diseases, in particular gingivitis and dental trauma. Other oral health problems seen in autistic children includes bruxism,oro-facial trauma,suft tissue injury. Preventive dental care like fluoride application,dentalsealents, preventive restorative treatment can be practiced to maintain a good oral hygiene.Oral hygiene maintenance and preventive dental treatment should be emphasized by the dental practioners.
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