"The Effectiveness of Sealing Fissures Using Ozone in the Prevention of Caries of Permanent Teeth in Children with Down Syndrome"

Abstract

Target: The aim is to improve methods of early diagnosis, treatment and prevention of caries in permanent teeth in mentally retarded children studying in specialized schools.

Methods:During the study, general clinical, laboratory, biochemical, functional, instrumental and statistical methods were used.

Results obtained:The prevalence of dental caries in mentally retarded children attending specialized schools depends on their level of socialization, nutrition, and the presence of Down syndrome. Socialized children without Down syndrome are at risk: the caries intensity index was 3.8, 4.9, and 5.8, while the prevalence was 42.0, 76.0, and 85.0% in children aged 8, 10, and 12 years, respectively. The prevalence of caries in children with Down syndrome was lower: 33.0, 64.0, and 72.0% in children aged 8, 10, and 12 years, respectively.

Conclusions:Following the application of a specialized preventive algorithm, the number of cariogenic microorganisms on teeth decreased slightly from baseline. Thus, the most optimal treatment regimen with a high therapeutic effect in mentally retarded patients has been identified, improving treatment effectiveness and reducing treatment time.