The prevalence of developmental defects of enamel in people with cystic fibrosis: a systematic review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Oral health impacts systemic health, individual well-being, and quality of life. It is important to identify conditions that may exacerbate oral disease to aid public health and policy development and promote targeted patient treatment strategies. Developmental defects can increase an individual's risk of dental caries, hypersensitivity, premature tooth wear, erosion, and poor aesthetics. As part of an ongoing study assessing oral health in adults with cystic fibrosis at Cork University Dental School and Hospital, a systematic review of available literature was conducted to assess the prevalence of enamel defects in people with cystic fibrosis.

Aims

To critically evaluate the literature to determine if the prevalence of developmental defects of enamel is higher in

SUBMITTER: O'Leary F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11015619 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature