Oral Health of Epileptic Patients in Rural Rajasthan

Abstract

BACKGROUND: Despite the increase in the awareness of Epilepsy, still people are not much aware of the oral health complications related to the intake of antiepileptic drugs. OBJECTIVE: To assess the most common oral health problems that people face while using the Anti-epileptic drugs and hence forth decide its remedy. To make people aware of the potential side effects of using the anti-epileptic drugs. MATERIALS AND METHODS:This study was conducted on 200 epileptic patients who were on anti-epileptic medication for one year or more. The study was conducted at Government Hospital in Ratan nagar dist churu. RESULTS: Gingival hyperplasia was seen as a common side effects of the Anti-epileptic Drug. Lips and cheek biting were the most common soft tissue injury, while tooth fracture was the most common hard tissue dental injury. CONCLUSION: General physicians and dentist should be well aware of the potential side effects of Anti-epileptic Drugs. A dentist should be well versed and trained to manage oro-facial injuries in the emergency department.

Association between epilepsy and oral maxillofacial trauma: A systematic review and meta‐analysis

“…Considering all included studies, a total of 7277 patients were screened to evaluate the influence of epilepsy on the occurrence of oral and maxillofacial injuries. The full process of study selection is illustrated in Figure .…”

“…Thus, this study brings new information about the relationship between these two conditions. In relation to injuries of facial soft tissues in epileptic patients, the literature indicates prevalences varying from 5% to 95% . On the other hand, the prevalence of dental trauma ranged from 1% to 54% .…”

“…In relation to injuries of facial soft tissues in epileptic patients, the literature indicates prevalences varying from 5% 28 to 95%. 42 On the other hand, the prevalence of dental trauma ranged from 1% 21 to 54%. 30 This large range reinforces the relevance of the compiled result to determine the prevalence of oral and maxillofacial injuries in epileptic individuals, as well as to clarify the nature of the evidence.…”