Dental care for patients with Down syndrome: Understanding the challenges and accommodations.

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    • Abstract:
      The article offers guidance to dentists and dental hygienists to understand the challenges, dental treatment accommodations and behavioral issues related to dental care for patients with Down syndrome. Suggested dental treatment accommodations include establishing trust and communication, use of visual aids and simplified language, and accommodating sensory sensitivities. Strategies to manage behavioral issues include previsit preparation, parental involvement and use of sedation or anesthesia.