Gingivitis Treatment in Autistic Patient: A Case Report
Keywords:
Autistic, Gingivitis, Behavior managementAbstract
Autistic is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by impairment in social interactions, communication, repetitive behavioral patterns or restricted interests. Dental management in autistic patient requires an understanding and patient team who can appreciate each patient's uniqueness because manifestations of the disorder vary depending on the developmental level and chronological age of the individual. This case report presented the treatment of gingivitis due to heavy calculus in autistic patient. The treatment could be performed successfully with non-pharmacological behavior management and parental supervision. Patient could clean his teeth and tongue himself and had better oral health after a follow up period of 20 months.
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