Special Needs
Articles
Oral Conditions in Children with Special Needs
Tooth eruption may be delayed, accelerated, or inconsistent in children with growth disturbances. Gums may appear red or bluish-purple before erupting teeth break through into the mouth.
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Special Care in Oral Health
What is Special Care? It is an approach to oral health management tailored to the individual needs of people with a variety of medical conditions or limitations that require more than routine delivery of oral care. Special care encompasses preventive, diagnostic, and treatment services.
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Oral Care for Patients with Disabilities
For patients with disabilities, dental treatment requires open communication and the combined efforts of the caregiver, the dentist and dental staff.
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