Oral health status and its impact on the quality of life of children and adolescents living with HIV-1.

Background: Oral health problems can generate considerable negative effects on the quality of life of individuals living with HIV. The aim of this study was investigate the oral health status and its impact on the quality of life of 1 to 18 years-old living with HIV-1 under follow-up at referral centers in Southern Brazil.

Methods: A cross-sectional study involving individuals under follow-up (n = 36) was carried out.