MEDICAL

Dentistry for Children with Down's Syndrome---More Important Than You Know!!    By Dr. Elizabeth Mueller, DDS

The dental care of the child with Down’s syndrome presents a challenge to the patient, the parent and the provider. With over 250,000 children affected in the United States, Down’s syndrome (DS) accounts for more than 5% of all special needs patients. With the relatively new strategies for inclusion in school, community and workplace, the standard for care for this patient population has been raised considerably, especially in terms of function and esthetics.

But there are special considerations for these patients.....Read More