Autism and primary care dentistry: parents’ experiences of taking children with autism or working diagnosis of autism for dental examinations

Abstract

In line with previous research about the importance of family-centred care, a strong relationship between parents and the whole dental team is essential for children with autism to access dental examinations and have satisfactory experience of care.

Treating dental patients on the autism spectrum

“…Mirroring the views of parents of autistic children, 4 a lack of relevant signposting information for specialist services in the UK was a frustration felt by dental professionals vin the current study, pointing to the need for easier access to this information. Indeed, a considerable number of respondents reported not being aware of any techniques available to reduce possible discomfort in autistic patients.…”

“…2 Further autism-specific challenges include communication difficulties between dental practitioner and patient, which has been reported to be a key element in failed or unpleasant dentist visits for autistic adults in both the US and UK. 3,4,5 Given the bidirectional nature of communication, the dental practitioner clearly plays a crucial role in overcoming this area of challenge. Repetitive, rigid behaviours, such as flapping, rocking, making certain sounds or more serious self-harm behaviours such as head banging, can also make dental treatments difficult, due to an inability to safely access the patient's mouth, or safety concerns regarding the patient not being able to remain still enough for treatment.…”

Applications of nano-materials in diverse dentistry regimes

“…NPs deposition on the surface via ejection of particles from it through collision with the ions is called sputtering. 20 It is generally the deposition of a thin layer of NPs accompanied by annealing. The NPs' sizes and shapes are specied by the layer thickness, annealing period, and temperature and type of the substrate.…”

“…The incorporation of nanoparticles prevents biolm build up over the composite, which avoids micro-leakage and secondary caries. [19][20][21] These nanoparticles enhance the mechanical properties of a restorative material and improve the overall bonding between dentin and biomaterials, thus affecting the bond strength. Nanoparticle-2.2.2.…”

Psychocorrection Interventions, Directed to Leveling Ontonophobic Reactions in Children With Autism

“…Великий прошарок дітей із порушеннями психологічного розвитку складають діти із розладами аутистичного спектру. Такі діти, окрім ряду специфічних стоматологічних показників, мають певні відмінності і у структурі ОДР [6][7][8][9].…”