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Tardive dyskinesia: dental prosthetic therapy
H Sutcher1, J Soderstrom, R Perry
1Department of Restorative Dentistry, College of Dentistry, University of Illinois, Chicago, USA.
Panminerva Medica
|August 5, 1998
Summary
Dental prosthetic therapy effectively treats orofacial manifestations of Tardive Dyskinesia (TD). This approach offers a viable treatment option with no known side effects for TD patients.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Prosthodontics
Background:
- Spontaneous Orofacial Dyskinesia (SOFD) is effectively managed with dental prosthetics.
- Tardive Dyskinesia (TD) presents with orofacial manifestations requiring treatment.
Observation:
- This study evaluated dental prosthetic treatment outcomes in patients with TD.
- No standardized dental appliance exists for SOFD or TD; individualized approaches are necessary.
- Maintaining natural teeth facilitates the fabrication of stable and effective prostheses.
Findings:
- Dental prosthetic therapy proved effective in managing the orofacial manifestations of TD.
- Treatment requires a flexible, case-specific approach rather than rigid protocols.
- Two representative cases illustrate successful prosthetic interventions for TD.
Implications:
- Prosthetic dental therapy is a recommended, side-effect-free option for managing TD's orofacial symptoms.
- Inclusion of dentists or prosthodontists is crucial for a comprehensive TD treatment team.