Manejo odontológico de pacientes pediátricos con trastorno de hiperactividad y déficit de atención en la consulta, revisión de literatura.

Abstract

The objective of this literature review was to identify the dental management protocols for patients diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in the dental office. Materials and Methods: A bibliographic literature review was conducted from articles from 2016 to 2022 articles. Biomedical databases, including SciELO, LILACS, PubMed, Medline, and Google Scholar were used from February to April 2023. Out of a total of 50 sources consulted, 27 provided important information in both Spanish and English. Conclusions: Effectively managing pediatric patients with ADHD in the dental setting necessitates a collaborative effort involving the family, educational institutions, and healthcare professionals. Furthermore, it requires continual training for dental professionals to recognize the behavioral traits associated with these children. The "Tell-Show-Do" technique stands out as one of the most effective strategies for handling this disorder during pediatric dental consultations.