Stomatology and dental services provided by APAC, Association in Favour of People with Cerebral Palsy
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Cerebral palsy (CP) is a non-progressive neurological condition that affects motor development and other functions such as cognition, language, and behaviour, and is one of the leading causes of childhood disability. In Mexico, the APAC, I.A.P. Association in Favour of People with Cerebral Palsy (APAC for its acronym in Spanish) has been providing comprehensive care to people with CP since the 1970s, including specialised dental services since 1984. These patients present a high prevalence of caries, periodontal diseases, malocclusions, sialorrhea and bruxism, aggravated by motor difficulties and dependence for oral hygiene. The stomatology area of APAC, led by DDS Héctor Caspeta, serves more than 1,200 people, focusing on prevention, treatment and rehabilitation adapted to their needs. Proper oral care improves overall health, quality of life, and social inclusion of people with CP, and underscores the importance of training dentists in the management of patients with disabilities.
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