Publications by authors named "Dianna Clarke"

Purpose: This study focused on the contribution ofthe dental occlusion to chewing efficiency in a group of children with cerebral palsy (CP).

Methods: Twenty children aged 8.3 +/- 0.

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Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Dianna Clarke"

  • - Dianna Clarke's research primarily investigates the relationship between dental occlusion and eating efficiency in children with cerebral palsy, highlighting the challenges faced by this demographic in terms of chewing and swallowing.
  • - Her study focuses on a specific group of children, providing quantitative data on how occlusion impacts their eating abilities, which is critical for developing targeted interventions.
  • - The findings from Clarke's work contribute to a deeper understanding of the needs of children with moderate eating impairment, indicating the potential for integrating dental evaluations into their overall care strategies.