The Importance of Familiar Faces at Every Dental Visit
Effective communication is at the heart of providing excellent dental care. One of the challenges many dental practices face is ensuring that…
Making Group Dental Education Inclusive for Special Learners
When it comes to visiting the dentist, the experience can vary greatly from person to person. For some, its an easy, routine visit. For others, it…
How to Provide Age-Appropriate Dental Education for Special Needs
Dental education plays a vital role in promoting lifelong oral health, but when it comes to individuals with autism, developmental delays, ADHD, or…
Brushing and Oral Hygiene in Students with IEPs
Dental education isnt one-size-fits-allespecially when working with individuals who have autism, developmental delays, sensory processing…
Voice Control and Behavior Guidance in Special Needs Dentistry
For students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)including those with autism, ADHD, developmental delays, or sensory processing…
Accessible Dental Imaging Options for All Abilities
A visit to the dentist can be a daunting experience for anyone, but for individuals with autism, sensory processing disorders, ADHD, or developmental…
Addressing Resistance to Oral Hygiene in Teens with Autism
For many individuals, dental X-rays and imaging are routine parts of an exam. However, for patients with disabilities, sensory sensitivities, limited…
How to Schedule Multiple Visits for Complex Dental Cases
Maintaining good oral hygiene is an essential part of overall health, but for many teenagers with autism, this daily routine can be a major…
How to Deal with Regressive Behaviors at Dental Appointments
For many patientsespecially those with special needs, sensory sensitivities, anxiety, or complex dental conditionsa single dental appointment isnt…
Creating Multi-Sensory Dental Learning Kits
Dental visits can sometimes bring out unexpected challenges, especially for children and individuals with developmental disabilities. One common…