Oral findings in paediatric patients with severe heart, liver, and kidney failure prior to organ transplantation.
I LandénAnnika Emilia NorrmanE SalmelaTimo JahnukainenHellevi Merja A RuokonenHeikki AlapulliJaana Sisko Helenius-HietalaPublished in: European archives of paediatric dentistry : official journal of the European Academy of Paediatric Dentistry (2024)
Children with liver or heart disease seem to have a higher combined dmft/DMFT score, indicating a higher prevalence of caries compared to children with kidney disease. Prevention of dental caries, along with promoting a good oral hygiene routine and regular check-ups, is suggested in these patient groups.