Navigating Oral Hygiene Challenges in Spastic Cerebral Palsy Patients: A Narrative Review for Management Strategies for Optimal Dental Care
Sucharitha Palanisamy,
Priyanka Cholan,
Lakshmi Ramachandran
et al.
Abstract:In the realm of well-being, the essence of maintaining optimal oral health is gaining more recognition. This quantifying quotient is being compromised in cerebral palsy (CP) patients due to multitude variations. Spastic CP predominantly impacts bodily motions, muscle synchronization, command, muscle tone, reflexes, stance, equilibrium, and can additionally influence both delicate and large-scale motor abilities. For individuals with spastic CP, the rigidity extends its influence over both their upper and lower… Show more
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