Paediatric Dental Imaging
Paediatric Dental Imaging Published: 2024 Developed by: IAPD Science Committee Access the Full Document English French Italian Spanish Romanian Executive Summary Dental radiographs are an important diagnostic tool in paediatric dentistry and may be necessary for diagnosing dental caries, eruption disturbances, trauma, periodontal disease, and other oral pathologies. However, children are more sensitive to ionizing […]
Nitrous Oxide Inhalation in Paediatric Dentistry
Nitrous Oxide Inhalation in Paediatric Dentistry Published: 2024 Developed by: IAPD Science Committee Access the Full Document English French Italian Spanish Romanian Executive Summary Nitrous oxide/oxygen inhalation sedation is widely used in paediatric dentistry to reduce anxiety, enhance patient cooperation, and improve comfort during dental procedures. When administered appropriately, it provides anxiolytic and mild analgesic […]
Management of Bruxism in Children
Management of Bruxism in Children Published: 2024 Developed by: IAPD Science Committee Access the Full Document English French Italian Spanish Romanian Executive Summary Bruxism is a repetitive jaw-muscle activity characterized by clenching or grinding of the teeth and/or thrusting of the mandible. It may occur during sleep or while awake and has a multifactorial aetiology […]
Age-Appropriate Tooth Alignment Management
Age-Appropriate Tooth Alignment Management Published: 2024 Developed by: IAPD Science Committee Access the Full Document English French Italian Spanish Romanian Executive Summary Occlusion is an integral component of the maxillofacial complex, and its development begins early in life and continues through adolescence. Proper alignment of teeth and harmonious occlusal development are important for oral function, […]
Pharmacological Management of Acute Dental Pain in Children Under 12 Years
Pharmacological Management of Acute Dental Pain in Children Under 12 Years Published: 2024 Developed by: IAPD Science Committee Endorsed guideline: American Dental Association Science and Research Institute Access the Full Document English French Italian Spanish Romanian Executive Summary Acute dental pain in children is a common clinical presentation and may arise from dental procedures, inflammatory […]
Understanding the Quality of Evidence Indicators and Global Agreement Associated with IAPD Recommendations
Understanding the Quality of Evidence Indicators and Global Agreement Associated with IAPD Recommendations Access the Full Document English French Italian Spanish Romanian Other Recommendations
Children with Special Health Care Needs
Children with Special Health Care Needs Originally published: 2019 Republished: 2022 (Global Agreement Validation) Developed by: IAPD Science Committee Access the Full Document English French Italian Spanish Romanian Executive Summary Children with special health care needs (SHCN) include those with physical, developmental, behavioural, or emotional conditions that require additional health care services beyond those required […]
Management of the Developing Dentition
Management of the Developing Dentition Originally published: 2019 Republished: 2022 (Global Agreement Validation) Developed by: IAPD Science Committee Access the Full Document English French Italian Spanish Romanian Executive Summary Management of the developing dentition is a key component of paediatric dental care and focuses on guiding the growth and development of the dentition and supporting […]
Management of Molar Incisor Hypomineralization
Management of Molar Incisor Hypomineralization Originally published: 2019 Republished: 2022 (Global Agreement Validation) Developed by: IAPD Science Committee Access the Full Document English French Italian Spanish Romanian Executive Summary Molar Incisor Hypomineralization (MIH) is a developmental condition affecting the enamel of first permanent molars and frequently the permanent incisors. The condition is characterised by qualitative […]
Local Anaesthesia in Pediatric Dentistry
Local Anaesthesia in Pediatric Dentistry Originally published: 2019 Republished: 2022 (Global Agreement Validation) Developed by: IAPD Science Committee Access the Full Document English French Italian Spanish Romanian Executive Summary Local anaesthesia is an essential component of paediatric dental care and allows dental procedures to be performed safely and comfortably by providing effective pain control. Proper […]