Authors : Dhella Rizki Ramadhani*, Faisal Rizki*, Shavira Amanda Muhandri*, Indah Titien S**, Indra Bramanti**
Background: Dental impression procedures in pediatric patients with special needs such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), are the biggest challenge for pediatric dentistry. This challenge is mainly related to behavioral management, difficulty opening the mouth, high gag reflex and difficulty to communicate. The use of intraoral scanners in pediatric dentistry has advantages, such as easier procedures and increased patient comfort. Objective: This case report aims to describe the management of dental impression using an intraoral scanner in a patient with ASD. Case Report: The 14-year-old male patient with ASD visited the Pediatric Dentistry, Universitas Gadjah Mada, Prof. Soedomo, with a chief complaint of frequent biting of the inner cheek causing recurrent traumatic ulcers. To reduce this habit, a mouth guard was required as a therapeutic intervention. Methods: Dental impression are performed using the intraoral scanner brand Shining 3D Aoralscan 3. The scanning process involves molding the upper and lower jaw while the patient is in a supine position for increased patient comfort. The intraoral scanner also featured music, which helped to calm the patient during the procedure. Results: The results of the dental impression with the 3D shining intraoral scanner are visualized in 3D digital form on a computer screen. The data is then transmitted to 3D print machine to produce a physical tooth mold. Conclusion: The use of an intraoral scanner in pediatric dentistry can be an effective solution for patiens such as ASD, who have difficulty going through the dental impression process for making an appliance.
Keywords: Autisme Spectrum Disorder (ASD); Intraoral Scanner; Digital Impression