{"id":37,"date":"2023-05-11T15:52:54","date_gmt":"2023-05-11T15:52:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ahorthopeds.com\/blog\/?p=37"},"modified":"2023-06-27T18:45:23","modified_gmt":"2023-06-27T18:45:23","slug":"creating-comfortable-dental-visits-for-children-with-autism","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ahorthopeds.com\/blog\/creating-comfortable-dental-visits-for-children-with-autism\/","title":{"rendered":"Creating Comfortable Dental Visits for Children with Autism"},"content":{"rendered":"
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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<\/a> 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Introducing Dentistry Through At-Home Hygiene Routines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The key to helping children with autism develop a positive relationship to dental health and hygiene is often introducing the routine of brushing and flossing to them when they\u2019re young and open to trying out different dental health instruments. While some children with autism spectrum disorder may prefer an electric toothbrush, others may be more open to using a manual one with a smaller head. Giving them options is a great way to not only help them exercise their power of choice and autonomy, but also begin to build a positive association with dentistry from the comfort of their own home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tips for Making Each Visit Successful<\/h2>\n\n\n\n