In the Down syndrome population, there are many oral manifestations that are important to be aware of.
Some of these include:
- Higher risk for periodontal disease aka gum disease
- Lower risk for cavities
- Malocclusion: imperfect positioning of jaws
- Delayed eruption of teeth
- Missing teeth
- Differently shaped teeth
- Smaller teeth size
- Larger tongue
- Grinding
- Tongue thrust