Creating Comfortable Dental Visits for Children with Autism

May 11, 2023

Filed under: Uncategorized — ahorthopeds @ 3:52 pm
a pediatric dentist looking at a child's teeth

Autism spectrum disorder is a developmental disability that impacts an estimated one in every 54 children. In some cases, it may lead to sensory processing differences and behavioral characteristics that make a task like visiting a pediatric dentist an uncomfortable and negative experience, keeping your child from wanting to go to their appointments altogether. Read on for some tips and tricks on how to create a more welcoming environment for your little one with their dentist.

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