Dental Exams for Patients with Physical Disabilities

Special Needs Dentist in St. Louis

We provide easy access to dental care for patients with physical disabilities. According to the CDC, 61 million adults in the U.S. live with a physical disability. These can limit a person’s mobility, stamina, and over physical functioning. As a result, they may need to use a wheelchair, crutches, or other forms of assistance. A …

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Updated: October 17, 2022

Dental Care for Children with Emotional Disorders

Dentist for Children with Emotional Disabilities

Children with emotional disorders may respond favorably to a dental environment or procedure until they are afraid or feel like they are in a situation out of their control. If your child has an emotional disorder, you may be wondering what your options are regarding their dental treatment. At The Dental Anesthesia Center, our goal …

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Updated: August 31, 2023

Special Needs Dentistry for Patients with Down Syndrome

Down Syndrome Dentist St. Louis

We feel it is of the utmost importance that your loved one with Down Syndrome feels comfortable without fear or anxiety so that the dental visit goes as smoothly as it possibly can. Patients with Down Syndrome frequently need specialized care for their unique dental needs. One reason is due to their higher risk of …

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Updated: August 31, 2023

How to Prepare Someone With Special Needs for a Visit to the Dentist

special needs child

Everyone has the right to access dental services. However, some people may need a bit more care than others when it comes to going to the dentist. People with physical disabilities, for instance, may require certain modifications to the dental chair. Those with cognitive special needs, however, may become extremely anxious during the procedures and …

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Updated: August 31, 2023

Oral Care for Patients with Intellectual Disability

Dentist for Child with Mental Disabilities

With perseverance, patience, and determination, many of the challenges associated with intellectual disabilities can be overcome when it comes to oral health. Providing oral care to children or adults with intellectual disabilities requires adaptation of your everyday skills. Intellectual disability is a disorder of mental and adaptive functioning; it is not a disease or a …

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Updated: September 28, 2022