Dental anxiety and dental phobia typically emerge during childhood; the associated
avoidance of dental care can result in oral health problems and is associated with lower …

This systematic review examined the effectiveness of specific sensory techniques and
sensory environmental modifications to improve participation of children with sensory …

Children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) are at risk for oral health disparities. With the
dramatic rise in ASD prevalence to 1 in 54 children, it is likely that an increasing number of …

Background Autistic children and young people (CYP) experience oral health (OH)
inequalities. They are at high risk of dental disease and show significant levels of unmet …

Importance Autistic children have poorer oral health and greater oral care challenges, which
are often associated with sensory overresponsivity, than neurotypical peers. It is important to …

Aims: The aim of the present study was to comparatively analyze oral health status and
influential factors in children with autism living in the Western Mediterranean Region of …

Purpose: This review aimed to 1) synthesize extant research on barriers to healthcare
access experienced by persons with autism, their caregivers, and health-care providers; and …

Purpose: Oral health is important to physical and psychological health. Individuals with
autism spectrum disorder (ASD) experience significant oral care challenges, but little …

Background In addition to visit purpose, one of the environmental factors that can cause
anxiety prior to dental treatment includes the waiting room experience, specifically the …

Dental fear and anxiety (DFA) is common across the lifespan and represents a barrier to
proper oral health behaviors and outcomes. The aim of this study is to present a conceptual …