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[Dental care for a handicapped person].
S Tétreault1, A Fortin, S Sutton
1Université Laval Sainte-Foy.
Journal (Canadian Dental Association)
|May 1, 1990
Summary
Dental care for handicapped individuals is often overlooked. This article identifies causes of dental decline in this population and proposes a new approach for dentists.
Area of Science:
- Oral health
- Special needs dentistry
Context:
- Dental care for handicapped persons is frequently neglected.
- Multiple factors contribute to this neglect and subsequent dental deterioration.
Purpose:
- To identify factors contributing to dental deterioration in handicapped individuals.
- To emphasize the critical role of dentists in addressing this issue.
- To propose an innovative approach to dental care for this population.
Summary:
- The article examines the reasons behind the neglect of dental care for handicapped persons.
- It details the specific factors leading to poor oral health outcomes in this group.
- A novel strategy for providing dental services to handicapped individuals is presented.
Impact:
- Highlights the need for specialized dental care strategies.
- Aims to improve oral health equity for handicapped individuals.
- Provides a framework for enhanced dental professional engagement.