RT  - Journal of Clinical Pediatric Dentistry
ID  - 10.17796/jcpd.30.4.60q6841412763771
T1  - Long-term evaluation of orofacial function in children with Down syndrome after treatment with a stimulating plate according to Castillo Morales
A1  - H M Korbmacher
A1  - J G Limbrock
A1  - B Kahl-Nieke
YR  - 2006
SP  - 325
AB  - <p>The aim of this investigation was to evaluate the long-term orofacial development of Down children who received plate therapy according to Castillo Morales in their early childhood. The orofacial development of 27 Down children was documented before and after plate therapy and at a follow-up examination 13 years ± 6 months after initiation of ther-apy. The orofacial appearance significantly improved during therapy (p=0.00). During the follow-up, mouth posture remained stable (p=0.259), whereas tongue position further improved (p=0.034). A better long-term development was documented in children with initial severe orofacial dysfunctions.</p>