The impact of hereditary prion disease on the provision of dental care

Prion diseases, also known as transmissible spongiform encephalopathies, are progressive, fatal neurodegenerative diseases. Prion disease and dentistry has been subject to research owing to the significance of cross-contamination with dental instruments. This article discusses the provision of dental treatment for patients with prion disease, focusing on a patient with hereditary prion disease in a special care dental department. CPD/Clinical Relevance: Patients with neurodegenerative encephalopathies, such as prion diseases, may require additional support with dental treatment.