Increased Risk of Dental Trauma in Autism Patients
Author Information
Author(s): da Costa Izabela, Junqueira Rafael Binato, Faé Daniele Sorgatto, de Souza Luisa Amorim Pêgas, Lemos Cleidiel Aparecido Araujo
Primary Institution: Federal University of Juiz de Fora
Hypothesis
Are individuals with ASD at increased risk of TDI compared to those without ASD?
Conclusion
Patients with autism spectrum disorder are at a higher risk of developing traumatic dental injuries compared to neurotypical patients.
Supporting Evidence
- 22 studies were included in the analysis.
- 3817 participants were evaluated, including 2162 individuals with ASD.
- A single-arm meta-analysis estimated a TDI prevalence of 22% among patients with ASD.
- A significant difference in TDI risk was observed between ASD and neurotypical patients.
- Most studies were rated as high quality, but the certainty of evidence was considered very low.
Takeaway
Kids with autism are more likely to hurt their teeth than kids without autism, so we need to help keep their teeth safe.
Methodology
This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated the prevalence of traumatic dental injuries in patients with autism spectrum disorder by analyzing data from 22 studies.
Potential Biases
Potential biases include variability in study design and participant demographics.
Limitations
The included studies varied in diagnostic criteria for ASD and did not consistently report the types of dental injuries.
Participant Demographics
The studies included 2162 individuals with ASD and 1655 neurotypical patients, ranging from children to adults.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.003
Confidence Interval
1.19 to 2.26
Statistical Significance
p = 0.003
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