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 …

The aim of the current study was to meta-analytically examine whether anxiety levels in
children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) are elevated. A total of 83 articles were …

This pilot and feasibility study examined the impact of a sensory adapted dental environment
(SADE) to reduce distress, sensory discomfort, and perception of pain during oral …

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 …

Purpose: Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) experience various barriers to
optimal dental and oral care. The purpose of this study was to conduct focus groups of …

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 …

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complex neurodevelopmental disability that is
frequently associated with food refusal, limited food repertoire and high-frequency single …

Background: Challenges in providing adequate dental care for individuals with Autism
Spectrum Disorder (ASD) are recognised by parents, caregivers, and dental practitioners …

Background Many children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) experience barriers to oral
care in the dental office setting. The purpose of this study was to provide an increased …