ORTHODONTIC APPROACH TO PATIENTS WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER (ASD): A REVIEW.

Abstract

Summary In the last decade there has been an increase in the diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and with it,an increase in orthodontic care.Studies have shown that this group presents high requirements for orthodontic treatment.Although it has been verified that the patient needs to improve dental-facial aesthetics, occlusion or oral function, a significant percentage are not treated because of behavioral difficulties and specific needs during orthodontic care.Therefore,the objective of this study is to suggest information and strategies necessary for the orthodontic care of patients with ASD in order to facilitate the treatment process.