DENTAL MANAGEMENT OF CHILD PATIENTS WITH HEAVY CONGENITAL NEUTROPENIA

Abstract

Congenital neutropenia is a life threatening hereditary disease group in which complications related to periodontal diseases are common in the first years of life. Periodontal problems are often seen as the first signs of the disease. A well-trained dentist can often provide diagnosis. In addition, life-threatening complications can be encountered due to improperly planned dental interventions. In this review, it is aimed to inform the dentists about the points to be considered in the diagnosis and treatment of congenital neutropenia