Condições de saúde bucal e qualidade de vida em indivíduos com síndrome de down

Abstract

Several studies with different pathologies or injuries have linked oral health to quality of life by emphasizing the importance of studying the subjective aspects related to oral diseases. However, there has been few research on some conditions, including Down syndrome. The aim of this study is to describe the health-related quality of life and impact of oral health on quality of life of individuals with Down syndrome, in Manaus, Amazonas. The quality of life and quality of life related to oral health factors associated, were evaluated by the instruments PedsQL 4.0 and OHIP-14 were also identified . The questionnaires were administered to the mothers of the studied subjects. Dependent variables included caries experience (DMFT), treatment needs and periodontal disease (CPI and PIP). This study is descriptive, analytical and cross-sectional. The study population was comprised of individuals from 06 years old with Down syndrome who were registered in institutions APAE-Manaus, Amazonas Pestalozzi Society, Municipal Complex Special Education "André Vidal de Araújo" and Amazonas State University - UEA. The prevalence of dental caries was 62,1% and mean DMFT was 6,25. The presence of bleeding and dental calculus, in at least 1 site, was found in 69,01% and 66,20%, respectively. The prevalence of shallow pocket and deep was 45,07% and 18,31%. The data suggests oral health status in terms of caries and periodontal disease, although present in most of the study population, showed few impact on quality of life. Considering the prevalence of caries and periodontal disease and oral morbidity found, it is necessary, monitoring the oral health of individuals with Down syndrome.