ORAL REHABILITATION of a child with dentinogenesis imperfecta

Imperfect dentinogenesis is a developmental disorder of the dentin (histodifferentiation phase), hereditary, is rare and can affect the primary and permanent dentition.

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The tooth has normal-appearing enamel, but being on defective dentin, it tends to fracture easily. For this reason, the professional must know its characteristics for good management.

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We share the clinical case of an oral rehabilitation of a 05-year-old boy with imperfect dentinogenesis. We can see the treatment plan and the excellent result.

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Kelly Maria Silva Moreira / Cibele Aparecida Silva / Rayen Milanao Drugowick / José Carlos Pettorossi Imparato / Juliana Braga Reis Oral rehabilitation of a child with dentinogenesis imperfecta – case report RSBO (Online) vol.12 no.3 Joinville Jul./Set. 2015

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Pharmacologic management for pediatric dental patients

The dentist must know the different methods of managing the behavior of the pediatric patient, but there are special occasions when these techniques are not enough.

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In cases where the pediatric patient has a conduct disorder or a mental disability, pharmacological sedation techniques are used to perform the scheduled dental treatment.

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We share an article that tells us about pharmacological management in pediatric patients, as well as the care that the operator must have.

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Beau D. Meyer, DDS, MPH / Jung-Wei Chen, DDS, MS, PhD / Jessica Y. Lee, DDS, MPH, PhD (2018). Pharmacologic management for pediatric dental patients in the 21st century.

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Esthetic restoration of deciduous anterior teeth using prefabricated zirconia crowns: A case report

It is common to see pediatric patients who have suffered a fracture of the upper incisors due to trauma. And it is that the hyperactivity of the children exposes them to this type of accidents.

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Depending on the extent and severity of the fracture, it can be recommended from a resin application to a dental crown

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Currently, highly aesthetic materials are available, such as zirconia crowns, to rehabilitate incisors. We share the case of a rehabilitation with zirconia crowns.

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Deformity of the tongue in an infant: Riga-Fede disease

It is known as Riga-Fede disease to the benign ulcer located in the lingual frenulum or on the ventral aspect of the tongue in most cases. This lesion occurs in newborn babies with natal or neonatal teeth.

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But it can also appear late in babies older than 06 months of age, and it is due to the appearance of the first teeth. A differential diagnosis must be made to rule out any infection or neoplastic lesion.

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We present the case of an 11-month-old girl who presented with an ulceration on her tongue. The diagnosis and the treatment carried out are reported.

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Early interceptive treatment management

It is important to remember that prevention and early care is important for a correct development of the occlusion, thus we avoid that several of the functions are compromised in the child (aesthetics, phonation, chewing).

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Interceptive orthodontics makes use of various devices to correct alterations in the development of the jaws and prevent them from worsening over time.

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Neonatal tooth with Riga-Fede disease affecting breastfeeding: A case report

Neonatal teeth are those that erupt in the first weeks of life, unlike natal teeth that are present in the oral cavity at birth. The presence of these teeth has an impact on breastfeeding and on the baby's oral health.

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Neonatal teeth generate an ulcer in the sublingual region, and it is known as Riga-Fede disease. Breastfeeding is compromised by the discomfort generated by the ulcer.

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Jamani, N.A., Ardini, Y.D. & Harun, N.A. Neonatal tooth with Riga-Fide disease affecting breastfeeding: a case report. Int Breastfeed J 13, 35 (2018). https://doi.org/10.1186/s13006-018-0176-7
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Mouth Breathing: Its Consequences, Diagnosis & Treatment

The diagnosis and treatment of the consequences of the mouth respirator must be carried out by a multidisciplinary team early. The pediatric dentist must be prepared to identify the signs and symptoms of this pathology

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Mouth breathing has serious consequences for craniofacial and occlusive development. Mouth breathing patients have a longer face, this is due to the functional adaptation of breathing.

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