Caries assessment and salivary microbial analysis in patients diagnosed with mucopolysaccharidosis
Vinod Anju,
N. Sunil Raj
Abstract:Background and Objectives:
Mucopolysaccharidosis (MPS) is a group of lysosomal storage disorders that cause the deposition of polysaccharides in cells. This causes systemic and oral manifestations, which can be observed clinically and radiographically. The present study aimed to assess dental caries, the effect of salivary pH, and the change of microflora on teeth in patients diagnosed with MPS.
Materials and Methods:
The study included children affecte… Show more
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