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DENTAL NEEDS FOR CHILDREN WITH ADHD: A SCOPING REVIEW a) Residency Department of Paediatric Dentistry, Padjadjaran University, Bandung, Indonesia Abstract Background: ADHD or attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders, beginning in childhood and can persist into adulthood. ADHD is a complex condition that impacts all aspects of daily life, including behavior and risks associated with oral health. Objective: This article aims to provide an overview of the oral health of children with ADHD and the approaches needed in oral health services. Method: The type of research conducted was a scoping review with the PRISMA instrument. Articles were searched through the online databases Pubmed, Scopus, and Science Direct using the keywords ADHD, treatment, teeth, and children published from 2014 to 2024. The inclusion and exclusion criteria and PCC framework were also used as references to conduct this review. Result: There were 51 studies and 6 studies from Australia, Canada, Sweden, Saudi Arabia, and Iran were included. Children with ADHD had worse oral health, higher caries rates, parafunctional oral habits, malocclusion, and bruxism. They also faced higher levels of anxiety and problems in managing their behavior during dental treatment. Parents^ knowledge and attitudes, especially mothers, regarding the oral and dental health of children with ADHD are generally inadequate, often neglecting dental hygiene, and consuming sweet foods. General anaesthesia in dental care is an effective method for children with special health care needs including ADHD. Conclusion: Understanding the condition of ADHD children in achieving optimal oral health is highly important. Children with ADHD need to visit the dentist more often to prevent oral health problems in the future. Keywords: ADHD, treatment, teeth, children Topic: Paediatric Dentistry |
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