Oral care precautions for patients with cystic fibrosis
Faculty of Dental Medicine of Casablanca, Hassan II University, Casablanca, Morocco.
Review Article
Magna Scientia Advanced Research and Reviews, 2021, 03(02), 073–079
Article DOI: 10.30574/msarr.2021.3.2.0090
Publication history:
Received on 10 November 2021; revised on 13 December 2021; accepted on 15 December 2021
Abstract:
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is the most common severe autosomal recessive disease in the Caucasian population. Although it remains incurable, it is currently possible to extend the life expectancy of patients with modern therapeutic possibilities. Given the medical issues that a child with CF faces, oral health may be perceived as being of lesser importance. Thus, the establishment of good dietary and oral hygiene practices may not take place, leading to an increased risk of caries and gingivitis due to poor oral hygiene. A change in patient management may be necessary to ensure optimal care.
Keywords:
Cystic Fibrosis; Dental Care; Oral health; Preventive dental treatment; Planning dental treatment; Management
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