[Periodontal status in children and adolescents with type 1 diabetes mellitus].

Objective: To evaluate periodontal condition of diabetic children and its related factors.

Methods: The plaque index (PI), sites with bleeding on probing (BOP), probing depth (PD) and clinical attachment level (CAL) were evaluated in all occlusion permanent teeth of 168 non smoking type 1 diabetic children, 13 +/- 3.5 years old.

A review and dental management of persons with craniosynostosis anomalies.

Individuals with craniofacial deformities have a higher risk of developing oral diseases. This article discusses craniosynostosis and its oral problems. Dental treatment protocols based on general, facial, oral, and psychological aspects are offered.