This systematic review investigates orthodontic palatal plate therapy to treat orofacial dysfunction in children with Down syndrome. Speech-language pathologists may be involved in the multidisciplinary team to manage individuals with orofacial dysfunction.
Results indicated significant improvement in oral motor functions for children with Down syndrome following orthodontic palatal plate therapy (OPPT); however, the effect of OPPT was achieved only in addition to physiotherapy, speech therapy, and/or orofacial regulation therapy.
