Occlusal device with extraoral retention: An occlusal technique for patients with Down syndrome.

Temporomandibular disorders associated with bruxism have a high prevalence rate in the overall population, including individuals with Down syndrome (DS). Occlusal devices have been prescribed for the treatment of temporomandibular disorders and prevention of tooth wear due to bruxism. Patients with DS have restrictions concerning treatment with occlusal devices, with an increased risk of swallowing and asphyxia, because of limitations with cognitive ability and motor deficiency.

Systemic antibiotics in the treatment of aggressive periodontitis. A systematic review and a Bayesian Network meta-analysis.

Aim: The aim of this study was to assess the effect of systemic antibiotic therapy on the treatment of aggressive periodontitis (AgP).

Methods: This study was conducted and reported in accordance with the PRISMA statement. The MEDLINE, EMBASE and CENTRAL databases were searched up to June 2014 for randomized clinical trials comparing the treatment of subjects with AgP with either scaling and root planing (SRP) alone or associated with systemic antibiotics.