Dental Care and Special Needs: Planning for Success

As the parent of a child on the autism spectrum, I see first-hand how the sensory sensitivities can affect dental visits. The dentist’s office is full of sensory input, and when properly managed, even children on the spectrum can visit the dentist without becoming anxious and overwhelmed. The goal of this blog is to help parents and dental care providers understand the unique approach required to offer dental care for special needs children. From the pre-appointment preparations to the patience and understanding in the dentist’s chair, you’ll learn the techniques to make every visit to the dentist a happy one for kids with autism spectrum disorders.

2017

The Stages Of Gum Disease And Treatment Options For It

2 February 2017

Gum disease is a condition that is caused by plaque that can lead to a lot of oral problems and health issues if you have it and do not seek treatment for it quickly. It is also a progressive disease, meaning it will worsen if it is not treated. The good news is that it can be treated, even if it has progressed to the third stage, which is the worst.
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Reasons To Get Professional Whitening Rather Than Doing It At Home

5 January 2017

Teeth whitening is a great investment for a brighter smile and greater self-confidence. When you're choosing between the many options for over-the-counter and professional whitening, is it worth the cost of visiting your dentist for whitening treatments? Here are some things to think about. At-Home Solutions Are Less Concentrated The first thing to know is that the solutions you will find at the drug store contain the same active ingredient as your dental treatment would, but in a much weaker solution.
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