Oral manifestations of patients with Turner syndrome

Objective. The purpose of this study was to conduct a complete analysis of orofacial abnormalities of patients with Turner syndrome. Study design. Twenty nine patients with Turner syndrome and 30 without Turn er syndrome (control group) were studied. The subjects were screened for ca riological and periodontal alterations, orthodontic anomalies, tooth crown morphologic condition, alveolar arch dimensions, and temporomandibular join t. function. Results. Significantly lower mean values for decayed, missing, and filled t eeth were found for patients with Turner syndrome as compared with the cont rol group. Plaque and gingival indices were significantly higher in the stu dy group. Orthodontic anomalies were more frequent and severe in patients w ith Turner syndrome. Our investigation showed reduced tooth crown size in t he study group. The alveolar arch of the maxilla was narrower and of normal length, but the mandibular arch was shorter and broader. There was no sign ificant alteration in temporomandibular joint function in the 2 examined gr oups. Conclusions. Our examination showed the importance of early diagnosis of or al anomalies and timely treatment of dental problems for patients with Turn er syndrome.