Orofacial dysfunctions, drinking regimen and quality of life--long-term prospective study.

The care for mentally ill patients with combined impairment deals with orofacial dysfunctions of the mentally ill, especially children suffering from Down syndrome and cerebral palsy. Objective of the study was to assess urine fluoride excretion in disabled patients with orofacial dysfunctions in relation to prevention of dental caries. The urine fluoride concentrations in disabled people were analysed to assess their fluoride exposure and possibly preventive contribution of fluoride intake.