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Dental care for patients with Down syndrome: Understanding the challenges and accommodations

Dental care for patients with Down syndrome: Understanding the challenges and accommodations

Down syndrome, characterized by the presence of an extra copy of chromosome 21, is a prevalent genetic disorder affecting approximately one in every 700 births in the United States each year.1 Individuals with Down syndrome face physical and intellectual disabilities that present unique challenges in various aspects of health care, including dental care. Here I explore the background, statistics, health …

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