For individuals with Down syndrome (DS), obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a complex
disorder with significant clinical consequences. OSA is seen frequently in DS, and when …

Objective: To evaluate available information on the effects of rapid maxillary expansion on
nasal airway minimal cross-sectional area and volume, as measured by acoustic rhinometry …

The purpose of this epidemiological study was to determine the differences in the
prevalence of caries between individuals with Down syndrome (DS) and their siblings. A …

AREIAS, C. et al. Enfoque clínico de niños con síndrome de Down en el consultorio dental.
Av Odontoestomatol [online]. 2014, vol. 30, n. 6, pp. 307-313. ISSN 0213-1285. Introducción …

Aim: This article intends to describe the characteristics of Down syndrome children in order
to facilitate their management in the dental office. Methods: A review of literature was made …

The present study sought to assess nasal respiratory function in adult patients with maxillary
constriction who underwent surgically assisted rapid maxillary expansion (SARME) and to …

The child with Down syndrome should undergo behavioral audiologic testing every 6
months, or every 3 months if the patient has very stenotic ear canals. Treatment of hearing …

A Trissomia 21 é uma anomalia cromossómica, que conduz a complicações que alteram o
desenvolvimento global da criança. Clinicamente caracteriza-se por défice cognitivo …

Objective: Phenotypical Down syndrome includes pharyngeal and maxillary hypoplasia and,
frequently, constricted maxillary arch with nasal obstruction. Study design: This clinical trial …

Abstract Oral health in Down Syndrome (DS) individuals has some peculiar aspects that
must be considered in the follow up of these patients. In this chapter, we will focus on the …