Special Needs Dentistry

What is dentistry for children with special health care needs?

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry defines special health care needs as “any physical, developmental, mental, sensory, behavioral, cognitive, or emotional impairment or limiting condition that requires medical management, healthcare intervention, and use of specialized services or programs.” The child’s condition may be due to congenital, developmental, or the result of disease, trauma, or environmental causes.

Special needs dentistry ensures that proper dental care is accessible, customized, and tailored to each child’s specific needs.

Dental care for children with special needs requires specialized knowledge acquired by additional training, as well as increased awareness and attention, adaptation, and accommodative measures beyond routine treatment. Our office has the experience necessary to provide suitable dental care specific to your child’s needs.

Special needs dentistry is important because it makes sure that everyone, regardless of their condition, has access to quality oral healthcare and improves their overall quality of life.

Our goal is to provide your child with a relaxed, comfortable experience in an environment that can accommodate them. Our dental team will take the time to get to know you and your family to ensure we can provide a stress-free experience during all future visits to our office. Whenever possible, we like to discuss needs and preferences ahead of time, so that we can make special accommodations before your arrival.

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