Factores que complican la salud bucal en pacientes con síndrome de Down.

Abstract

Introduction: People with this syndrome require special care to perform their oral hygiene according to their age, cooperation, and systemic commitment; otherwise, they can easily develop oral diseases that cause pain, dysfunction, discomfort, and the need for treatment. Objective: Identify the factors that complicate the oral health of patients with Down syndrome. Method: In keeping with the clearly articulated objectives and the researched literature on the topic factors complicating oral health in patients with Down syndrome, this research has a systematic review design. Results: This increased susceptibility in the patient with Down Syndrome would be due to a general alteration that affects cell maturation, its defensive capacity and the organism's immunological response, this would determine the progression of pathologies such as dental caries and periodontal disease, being found as a triggering factor. dental biofilm in conjunction with other predisposing or aggravating factors. Conclusion: Patients with Down syndrome have a higher risk of developing oral defects that negatively influence their state of health. Various risk factors are associated, many of which are modifiable, which is why it is important to implement educational interventions in oral health in the population with Down syndrome.