{"id":13075,"date":"2019-03-13T08:00:19","date_gmt":"2019-03-13T12:00:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drmaggiedavis.com\/?p=13075"},"modified":"2019-03-13T08:00:19","modified_gmt":"2019-03-13T12:00:19","slug":"dental-care-special-needs-children","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drmaggiedavis.com\/blog\/2019\/03\/13\/dental-care-special-needs-children\/","title":{"rendered":"Dental Care for Special Needs Children"},"content":{"rendered":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Children who have special needs often have unique oral health issues. Symptoms of their condition, oral sensitivity, taking certain medications, diet, and difficulty eating can all contribute to dental concerns. Behavioral or medical problems may result in dental care taking a back seat at times. However, children with special needs have a greater risk for oral health problems, so it\u2019s not only essential to ensure you\u2019re practicing good dental hygiene at home with your child, but your child also needs to get routine dental care from a dentist. \u00a0\u00a0<\/span>\n\n&nbsp;\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dental Concerns for Children with Special Needs <\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many children with special needs have dental problems related to their health condition or the treatments for their condition. <\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, your child\u2019s condition could be affecting: <\/span>\n<ul>\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The amount of saliva your child\u2019s mouth makes (Saliva protects teeth and clears away food)<\/span><\/li>\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How oral structures and teeth grow<\/span><\/li>\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The way calcium is laid down on the enamel of the teeth as they grow<\/span><\/li>\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What and how often your child can eat (note: children with G-tubes still are at risk for tartar buildup and cavities)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some of the most common dental concerns affecting children with special needs include: <\/span>\n<ul>\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Teeth grinding \u2013 Your child could be grinding his teeth during the teeth or while sleeping, and grinding may damage teeth over time.<\/span><\/li>\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Holding food in their mouth \u2013 Some children hold food in their cheeks or their mouth, a condition known as food pouching. This can make it easier for bacteria to grow and cause cavities. <\/span><\/li>\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dry mouth \u2013 Medications or your child\u2019s condition could affect saliva production and cause dry mouth. This can lead to gum disease, tooth decay, and oral infections. <\/span><\/li>\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Delay of tooth eruption \u2013 Sometimes the teeth take a longer time to come in for children with special needs. This is often seen in children who have Down syndrome. <\/span><\/li>\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bad breath \u2013 Sinusitis, diabetes, some medications, and digestive problems may all lead to bad breath. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choosing a Dentist Who Offers Special Supports for Special Needs Children <\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s critical that you follow good oral health practices at home with your child, but it\u2019s also essential to make sure your child gets into the dentist for routine checkups and cleanings. Of course, this can come with unique challenges, so you\u2019ll want to find a dentist who offers special supports to accommodate children with special needs. Finding the right dentist for your child requires balancing the dentist\u2019s experience with your child\u2019s needs. Take time to visit or call a dentist to find out if they have worked with other children who have your child\u2019s condition. Talk to the practice about the special supports needed by your child. Some of the special supports to look for include: <\/span>\n<ul>\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Accessibility \u2013 Find out if the areas both outside and inside the dentist\u2019s office are easily accessible for your special needs child. Does your child use a wheelchair? You\u2019ll need to ensure that there\u2019s a wheelchair ramp to enter the practice and that the wheelchair will easily fit into the exam room. \u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pre-Appointments \u2013 Ask about pre-appointments. They allow your child to meet with the dentist, visit the exam room, and see the dental equipment. Pre-appointments can help your child feel a lot more comfortable with the office, resulting in better cooperation during the appointment. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Previous Experience \u2013 Does the dental staff have experience working with children with special needs? Ask about previous experience and strategies they\u2019ve developed to help support special needs children. Experienced dentists will be able to provide you with helpful home care advice that enables you to improve your child\u2019s overall oral health. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Available Sedation \u2013 Is sedation available? Some children may require mild sedation while others might need general anesthesia. Talk to the dentist to find out what options are available and the sedation options he or she would recommend for your child\u2019s needs. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Special Training \u2013 Does the dentist have any specialized training for treating children who have special needs? Many pediatric dentists do have specialized training, and that\u2019s a benefit for you and your child. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n&nbsp;\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Good dental care is crucial for your child\u2019s overall health and wellbeing. Look for a dentist who can work with you and your child to achieve good oral health. Together you can work with your child\u2019s dentist to prevent potential problems and keep your child\u2019s teeth and gums as healthy as possible so they can live their best life. <\/span>\n\n&nbsp;","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Children who have special needs often have unique oral health issues. Symptoms of their condition, oral sensitivity, taking certain medications, diet, and difficulty eating can all contribute to dental concerns. Behavioral or medical problems may result in dental care taking a back seat at times. 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