BREAKING THE BARRIERS TO DENTAL CARE FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

BY DR. KYLE BOGAN, DDS

Oral health is a very important aspect of general health for everyone, but especially for vulnerable groups, such as individuals with special healthcare needs (SHCNs). However, individuals with special needs often face 

unique challenges when seeking dental treatment, due to physical, developmental, or cognitive conditions, and require specialized care and accommodations to ensure their dental needs are met effectively and with compassion.