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Attention deficit disorder: implications for dental practice
Lisa A Efron1, Jeffrey A Sherman
1Hyperactivity, Attention, and Learning Problems Clinic, Children's National Medical Center, Washington, DC, USA. lefron@cnmc.org
Dentistry Today
|March 17, 2005
Summary
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is common in all ages and requires accurate diagnosis. Dental professionals must understand ADHD management strategies due to frequent patient encounters.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Psychiatry
- Clinical Psychology
Background:
- Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a prevalent neurodevelopmental disorder.
- It affects individuals across all age groups, necessitating broad clinical awareness.
- The chronic nature of ADHD leads to frequent interactions with healthcare providers, including dentists.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the importance of recognizing Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in dental practice.
- To emphasize the need for dental clinicians to be familiar with ADHD diagnosis and management.
- To inform dental professionals about effective interventions for patients with ADHD.
Main Methods:
- Review of current literature on ADHD prevalence and its impact on dental patients.
- Discussion of diagnostic criteria for ADHD.
- Overview of pharmacological and psychosocial treatment modalities for ADHD.
Main Results:
- ADHD is a common condition with a high prevalence.
- Accurate diagnosis of ADHD is crucial for effective patient care.
- Interventions, including medication and therapy, can manage ADHD symptoms.
Conclusions:
- Dental practitioners frequently encounter patients with ADHD.
- Familiarity with ADHD and its management is essential for dental professionals.
- Integrating ADHD knowledge into dental practice can improve patient outcomes.