How does Sturge–Weber syndrome affect dental management?
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How does Sturge–Weber syndrome affect dental management?
Surgery: Imaging or vascular consult before surgery; local hemostatic plan
Seizures: Seizure precautions
Local anesthesia: Careful local anesthetic technique; avoid injecting into vascular lesions
Anesthesia planning: If anesthesia is needed, coordinate with an experienced team; assess airway vascular involvement and seizure control before choosing the setting and intubation route
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Map gingival, mucosal, and bony involvement before affected-side surgery; use specialist imaging when needed. Establish hemostasis and the setting before treatment, avoiding injection into vascular lesions.
Map gingival, mucosal, and bony involvement before affected-side surgery; use specialist imaging when needed. Establish hemostasis and the setting before treatment, avoiding injection into vascular lesions.