[A retrospective study of dental care under general anesthesia for children with special needs].

Researchers reviewed ten years of dental treatments performed under general anesthesia for children with special needs, finding that cases increased significantly over time, with autism spectrum disorder being the most common reason for sedation. Poor oral hygiene was prevalent in this population, often necessitating tooth extractions.

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