Diagnosis and management of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder patient in dental operatory

Abstract

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder is an often neglected neurodevelopment disorders. The provision of dental care for affected children can be challenging because they are often unsettled in the dental environment. The dentist must frequently make adjustments in clinical practice and use behavior management strategies according to the special needs of the patients with this disorder. This case report aims to report the dental care of a 7-year-old child with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder and to discuss the dental management therapies that were utilized for the patient.

Impact of an oral health education program in Egyptian children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder: A cross sectional study

“…ADHD is considered a critical public health problem in Africa as described by Ayano et al 30 accordingly, children with ADHD were selected to participate in this oral health education program. Moreover, these children usually experience poor oral hygiene compared to their normal peers 2,3,22 because of their hyperactivity, inattention, and frequent consumption of cariogenic diet. 5 Consequently, they need further attention regarding their oral hygiene practices and dietary recommendations.…”

“…Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is considered one of the most prevalent neurodevelopmental disorders in pediatrics that often proceeds into adolescence and adulthood 1–3 . Its characteristic triad comprises hyperactivity, impulsivity, and inattention.…”

“…Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is considered one of the most prevalent neurodevelopmental disorders in pediatrics that often proceeds into adolescence and adulthood. [1][2][3] Its characteristic triad comprises hyperactivity, impulsivity, and inattention. There are three subtypes of ADHD; predominantly hyperactive-impulsive, predominantly inattentive and the combined form; with hyperactivity and inattention manifestations.…”