Scleroderma in pediatric patients.
Two cases of scleroderma are reported. Manifestations of the disease in the head-and-neck region present problems unique to dentistry. Patients should be placed on a preventive prophylaxis schedule--a professional cleaning every three months.
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Pediatric Dentistry Department, Howard University, College of Dentistry, Washington, D.C.
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D000328:Adult; D016301:Alveolar Bone Loss; D002648:Child; D003730:Dental Care for Persons with Disabilities; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D012595:Scleroderma, Systemic; D014060:Tongue Diseases