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Prevention of Severe Tongue Biting in a Mentally Challenged Patient: A Clinical Report
ZD12-ZD14
Correspondence
Filiz Aydog? an,
Department of Orthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Suleyman Demirel, Isparta, Turkey.
E-mail: filizydgn03@mail.com
Orofacial dysfunctions and habits are the main factors which influence the development of malocclusion and perioral disease. In this context, Orthodontics, a field of Dentistry, is closely associated with the diagnosis and treatment of injuries stemming from oral habits and parafunctions. This rare case report presents the treatment of a mentally challenged 23-year-old male patient who had a tongue biting habit for four years. Underlying causes of tongue biting must be investigated and the most appropriate treatment should be performed.