Autism

BDA Raises Alarm Over Year-Long Waiting Times for Extractions

The British Dental Association (BDA) has joined with sector leaders and learning disability charity...

Autism: A Humanistic Approach to Dentistry

Bright lights nearly blind you. A jackhammer rumbles in the distance. And suddenly, you’re...

Clinic Specializes in Dentistry for Patients With Special Needs

Dr. Evan Spivack (left) and Dr. Tomas Ballesteros (right) describe their work at the...

Children With Autism Face Varied Oral Health Risks Across the US

Children with autism often face significant challenges in practicing oral hygiene at home and...

ADA Foundation Launches Drive for Special Needs Care

This August, the ADA Foundation is asking the dental community to help it raise...

Small Changes Can Make a Big Difference for Autistic Children During Dental Visits

Inspired by her own experience as the mother of a 5-year-old son with autism,...

Desensitization Training Improves Dental Visits for Children with Autism

Dental appointments can be particularly challenging for children with autism. In fact, their behavioral...

Online Guide Prepares Parents of Autistic Children for Dental Visits

Oral hygiene and oral health are particular challenges for people who care for children...

Storybooks Effectively Prepare Autistic Children for Dental Visits

Children’s storybooks with dental narratives can be effective tools in preparing children with autism...

Baby Teeth Needed for Autism Study

Researchers from the School of Medicine at the University of Texas Health Science Center,...