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Dentistry for Mexicans with special needs: a commentary
H B Waldman1, M Saadia, R Valencia
1Department of General Dentistry, Stony Brook University, NY 11794-8706, USA. hwaldman@notes.cc.sunysb.edu
The Journal of Clinical Pediatric Dentistry
|November 4, 2011
Summary
Individuals with disabilities in Mexico face social exclusion, impacting their access to essential services like dental care. Improving dental education is crucial for better serving this population.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Disability Studies
- Dental Education
Background:
- Over 2 million residents with disabilities in Mexico face societal exclusion, hindering community integration.
- National legislation exists for services, yet social inclusion remains a challenge.
- Limited data exists on dental needs for individuals with disabilities in Mexico.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities in Mexico regarding social inclusion and access to services.
- To identify the gap in national studies concerning the dental needs of this population.
- To propose improvements in dental education for better patient care.
Main Methods:
- Review of national legislation and societal barriers for individuals with disabilities.
- Analysis of general population dental service utilization and needs.
- Examination of international dental education accreditation standards.
Main Results:
- Societal views impede the full inclusion of individuals with disabilities.
- General population data suggests underutilization of dental services and a need for restorative care.
- International models can inform dental curriculum development.
Conclusions:
- Enhanced dental education is necessary to prepare students for treating individuals with special needs.
- Addressing societal barriers is key to improving overall health outcomes.
- Further research is needed on the specific dental requirements of disabled individuals in Mexico.
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