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Purpose: The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between sensory sensitivities and oral care difficulties in children with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) or typical development (TD). Methods: Participants included 396 parents of 2- to 18-year-old children with ASDs or TD who completed a questionnaire about oral care in the home and dental office. Descriptive and bivariote analyses were conducted to examine the association between sensory sensitivities and oral care variables. Results: Both hypotheses were supported: (I) ASDs children vs. TD children were reported to have a significantly greater prevalence of sensory over-responsivity across all sensory domains; and (2) ASDs children characterized as "sensory over-responders" exhibited a significantly greater prevalence of oral care difficulty in the home and dental office vs. ASDs children who responded more typically to sensory stimuli ("sensory not over-responders"). Conclusions: This study provides further evidence for the impact of sensory processing problems on oral care, both in the home and dental office. Methods to best serve children with autism spectrum disorders may include strategies that alter the sensory characteristics of the dental environment as well as interventions to reduce children's sensory sensitivities. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Down syndrome and juvenile rheumatoid arthritis have been associated with ligament laxity, specifically the atlantoaxial ligament which maintains the proper positioning of the cervical first and second vertebrae. The joint consists of different pathological processes, and it is paramount that individuals with either condition be screened appropriately before surgery is contemplated. The purpose of this paper was to present a case of an individual with both conditions and describe precautionary measures that were undertaken to safely complete dental treatment under general anesthesia and ovoid morbidity. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article presents a guideline on the management of dental patients with special health care needs (SHCNs) from the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD). According to the guideline, which was revised in 2012, people with disabilities may have compromised immune systems or lack the capability to take responsibility for preventative care. Topics include health care access for patients with SHCNs, dental insurance, pediatric dentistry, and behavioral guidance techniques. The article emphasizes the importance of communication and consultation with parents and other care providers. The Americans with Disabilities Act is mentioned.

The article presents guidelines by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry on the management of dental patients with special health care needs (SHCN). It states that there is an increased risk for oral diseases with SHCN individuals, which can have a direct impact on the health of patients suffering systemic health problems or conditions. It comments on the establishing of dental homes for patients with SHCN and the need to transition these patients when they reach adulthood. It talks about oral hygiene methods and other preventive strategies that can help SHCN individuals reduce their risk for oral disease; it suggests SHCN patients might benefit from the use of pits and fissure sealants.

The article presents information on the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry's (AAPD) policy concerning the transition from pediatric-centered to adult-centered dental care by patients with special health care needs (SHCN). A policy statement from medical organizations that promotes continuous and comprehensive dental coverage for persons with SHCN is quoted. Barriers in transitioning patients with SHCN are described including dentist training, age restrictions in pediatric hospitals, and coordination between medical and dental care providers. Topics include pediatrics and alternative care delivery arrangements.

The article presents guidelines by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry concerning prescribing dental radiographs for infant and child patients and patients with special health care requirements. It states that recommendations in the American Dental Association and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration guidelines were developed to serve as an adjunct to the professional judgment of the dentist. It mentions that initial radiographic examinations should be based on each child's individual circumstances rather than on age.

The article presents guidelines by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry on the use of anesthesia personnel in administering dental office-based general anesthesia or deep sedation to child patients. It states that while most children are able to receive treatment with minimal discomfort with minimal or moderate sedation, some children and patients with special health care needs require a greater level of sedation to receive dental services in a humane and safe manner. It mentions that office-based general anesthesia or deep sedation methods require a minimum of three practitioners to administer drugs, constantly monitor patient vital signs and ensure the adequacy of ventilation.

The article focuses on the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry's policy on transitioning patients with special health care needs (SHCN) from a pediatric-centered to an adult-centered dental home. It states that each year, 750,000 teenagers with SHCN become adults and comments on barriers that exist in transitioning SHCN patients. It mentions that oral health care requirements of adult SHCN patients often goes beyond the scope of expertise for pediatric dentists and talks about the lack of general dentists and specialists willing to accept SHCN patients. It also comments on the need to establish stronger relations between dental and medical homes to ensure SHCN patients continue to receive regular dental services.

The article presents the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry's (AAPD) policy concerning the development of dental health plans that serve the oral health interests of child patients and individuals with special health care requirements. It states that the inaccessibility of oral health care has enormous health implications with an effect on the quality of life and societal costs. It gives a policy statement from the AAPD encouraging third party payors and policy makers to consult the AAPD in creating benefit plans to best serve the oral health requirements of children and individuals with special health care needs.

The article presents a definition for special health care needs, stating the term include behavioral, cognitive, developmental, emotional, physical, or sensory impairments or limiting conditions requiring medical care intervention, specialized services, or medical management.

The article presents the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry's (AAPD) policy concerning the use of general anesthesia and deep sedation on young and disabled patients who do not respond positively to nonpharmacologic behavior guidance methods. It states general anesthesia and deep sedation should only be provided by qualified and trained professionals in accordance with state regulations and that dentists need to complete an advanced education program meeting the American Dental Association requirements to be considered qualified. It mentions risk management methods for pediatric dentists to provide safe environments for in-office use of general anesthesia and deep sedation and on the reduction of medical errors. It gives a policy statement by the AAPD concerning the use of anesthesia.

The article presents the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry's (AAPD) policy concerning temporary dental restorations (TDR). It states that the World Health Organization has endorsed alternative restorative techniques (ART) as a method of restoring and preventing dental caries in populations that have little access to traditional dental care. It comments that TDR utilizes similar methods to ART but is used to restore and prevent further decalcification and dental caries in children, uncooperative patients, or patients with special health care requirements, as well as when normal cavity restoration methods are unfeasible. It mentions that TDR use reduces carciogenic oral bacteria levels in the mouth. It gives a policy statement by the AAPD concerning the use of TDR in young patients.

The article presents the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry's (AAPD) policy concerning the concept of dental homes for infants, children, adolescents, and individuals with special health care requirements. It states that the policy is derived from the definition of a medical home by the American Academy of Pediatrics. It suggests that the medical home model could be used in establishing a dental home as a cost-effective and improved quality health care alternative to emergency care. It presents benefits of dental homes including improved access to preventive and routine oral health care for children. It presents a policy statement concerning dental homes by the AAPD.

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry's definition of special health care needs is presented, which references a wide variety of impairments which impose significant limitations on an individual and which may require medical personnel to deploy specialized knowledge to adapt routine methods of care.

The article discusses special health care needs which includes topics like developmental, behavioral and cognitive impairment and mentions requirement of specialized knowledge of health care for individuals who have special needs.

The article presents a definition of the term special health care needs, describing it as any impairments or limiting conditions that require health care intervention or medical management; it states health care for people with special needs requires increased awareness and specialized knowledge.

The article presents the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry's (AAPD) policy concerning the ethical responsibility of pediatric dentists to treat child patients or individuals with special health care requirements or refer the patient to a specific practitioner capable of providing the necessary care. It states that the AAPD feels it is unethical for dentists to ignore oral conditions due to patient age, disabilities, or behavior. It gives a policy statement by the AAPD on ethical dentistry.

The article presents a definition for the term "special health care needs" as health care for individuals who require specific physical, mental, or emotional needs beyond those which are considered routine.

The article presents an official definition of the term special health care needs, as used by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) in its official publications. The AAPD defines special health care needs as any impairment or condition that requires medical intervention, or the use of special services.

A definition of the phrase "persons with special health care needs" is presented. It refers to people who have physical, developmental, mental, sensory, behavioral, cognitive, or emotional impairment or limiting condition that requires medical management, health care intervention, and use of specialized services or programs.