General anesthesia is commonly used to facilitate dental treatment in patients with anxiety or
challenging behavior, many of whom are children or patients with special needs. When …

Abstract Background Periodontal diseases (PDs) have been documented to be significantly
more prevalent and severe in patients with Down syndrome (DS). Different immunological …

By removing a part of the structure, the tooth preparation provides restorative space,
bonding surface, and finish line for various restorations on abutment. Preparation technique …

The specific neuropsychological and sensory profile found in persons with autism spectrum
disorders complicate dental procedures and as a result of this, most are treated under …

Objectives Behaviour management strategies involving pharmacological or non-
pharmacological interventions during dental procedures should be considered to attain safe …

The perioperative management of pediatric patients with psycho-physical disorders with
related relational and cognitive problems must be carefully planned, in order to make the …

Abstract Background People with Intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDDs)
experience oral health inequality due to myriad of risk factors and complex needs. Sensory …

Background: Patients with special health care needs are more likely to develop health
problems, including dental problems. Dental treatments require a good level of …

Patients with disabilities have difficulties tolerating in-office dental treatment due to
limitations relating to cooperation and/or physical problems. Therefore, they often require …

Patients with special needs (PSN) are defined as individuals who require extra support for a
medical, physical, mental or psychological disability that profoundly restricts their ability to …