Dental management considerations in children with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder.

Children suffering from attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder frequently have numerous orofacial anomalies of concern to the dentist. Behavioral manifestations of the disorder frequently impair the patient's ability to perform home care adequately, make dental treatment arduous, and place the patient at risk of physical abuse from family and peers. Familiarity with the symptoms and treatment of the disorder will better prepare the dentist to meet the needs of this unique group of patients.