Prevalence of orofacial alterations in sickle cell disease: a review of literature
Braz. j. oral sci
; 12(3): 153-157, July-Sept. 2013.
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BR218.1
ABSTRACT
AIM:
To evaluate the manifestations of sickle cell disease on the orofacial complex through a review of current literature concerning prevalence of dental caries, periodontal disease, temporomandibular joint disorders and radiographic alterations of maxillofacial bones.METHODS:
Full-text papers retrieved from MEDLINE and LILACS electronic databases were critically reviewed.RESULTS:
Alterations of maxillofacial bones are well documented in the literature, but studies reporting caries, periodontal condition and temporomandibular joint alterations in are scarce and inconclusive.CONCLUSION:
Further well-designed epidemiological studies are needed to indicate the real impact of this disease on the stomatognathic health, collaborating to improve public health policies.Palavras-chave
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Base de dados:
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Assunto principal:
Doenças Periodontais
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Radiografia
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Cárie Dentária
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Doença da Hemoglobina C
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Anemia Falciforme
Idioma:
En
Ano de publicação:
2013
Tipo de documento:
Article