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Oral Health of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
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Oral Health of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

A special issue of Children (ISSN 2227-9067). This special issue belongs to the section "Pediatric Dentistry".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 July 2024 | Viewed by 1857

Special Issue Editors

Dr. Raša Mladenović

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Guest Editor
Department of Dentistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Kragujevac, 34000 Kragujevac, Serbia
Interests: pediatric dentistry; virtual reality; augmented reality; distraction; artificial intelligence; oral health
Dr. Sobia Zafar

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Guest Editor
School of Dentistry, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD 4001, Australia
Interests: pediatric dentistry; oral health; dental traumatology

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

In recent decades, progress in pediatric dentistry, particularly in the context of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), has reshaped clinical practice. The dynamic relationship between dentists, patients, and caregivers has evolved, leading to tailored materials, therapeutic techniques, and approaches. The integration of preventive strategies, including proper nutrition, consistent oral hygiene, and regular dental visits, is a significant contributor to the oral health preservation of children with ASD. These transformations have inspired "new approaches to old problems".

Furthermore, the integration of modern technologies in dental care plays a crucial role in enhancing treatment for children with ASD. Innovations such as virtual reality distraction techniques, digital diagnostic tools, and specially designed dental software have significantly improved the overall treatment experience, ensuring the efficiency of dental procedures, and promoting the comfort and cooperation of young patients with ASD.

Our goal in this Special Issue is to highlight advancements in pediatric dentistry with a specific focus on ASD, facilitating global information exchange among professionals to enhance dental care for children with ASD. A particular emphasis is placed on implementing preventive measures as a key component of comprehensive treatment.

Dr. Raša Mladenović
Dr. Sobia Zafar
Guest Editors

Manuscript Submission Information

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Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Children is an international peer-reviewed open access monthly journal published by MDPI.

Please visit the Instructions for Authors page before submitting a manuscript. The Article Processing Charge (APC) for publication in this open access journal is 2400 CHF (Swiss Francs). Submitted papers should be well formatted and use good English. Authors may use MDPI's English editing service prior to publication or during author revisions.

Keywords

  • autism spectrum disorder
  • pediatric dentistry
  • evidence-based dentistry
  • dental care for children
  • child behavior
  • dental research
  • biological caries treatment
  • advances in dentistry
  • dental care for children with special needs
  • silver-diamine fluoride

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A Pilot Study Exploring Caregivers’ Experiences Related to the Use of a Smart Toothbrush by Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
by Katherine France, Olivia Urquhart, Eugene Ko, Juliana Gomez, Maria Ryan, Matilde Hernandez, Marta Gabinskiy, Patricia M. Corby and Mark S. Wolff
Children 2024, 11(4), 460; https://doi.org/10.3390/children11040460 - 11 Apr 2024
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Background: Research on caregivers for children with intellectual disabilities, particularly those with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), has highlighted several obstacles to achieving better oral health. These include challenges with tolerating oral care, sensory processing differences, uncooperative behaviors, and communication impairments. There is limited [...] Read more.
Background: Research on caregivers for children with intellectual disabilities, particularly those with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), has highlighted several obstacles to achieving better oral health. These include challenges with tolerating oral care, sensory processing differences, uncooperative behaviors, and communication impairments. There is limited understanding of what caregivers would consider “successful assistance” in improving oral health for these children. Objectives: This pilot study aimed to examine caregivers’ and user’s experiences with a Kids Smart Electric Toothbrush used by children with ASD. Methods: It involved open-ended interviews and questionnaires with caregivers prior to utilization of the toothbrush and after 4 weeks of product use by the child. Results: Seventeen children with ASD, aged 5–12, participated. A total of 58.8% of caregivers said their child brushed more often, and all reported brushing at least twice a day by week 4. Caregivers reported that children became more independent while brushing their teeth and achieved better quality brushing. Caregivers’ frustration with the brushing process, satisfaction with the device, and need to assist the child with brushing were improved. Caregivers did encounter some technical difficulties with the app. Conclusion: This study will assist in exploring “smart” toothbrush technologies for oral hygiene in children with ASD. Full article
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Investigation of Dental and Oral Health in Children and Adolescents with Special Support Needs from a Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Perspective
by Dustin Fornefeld, Oliver Fricke, Andreas G. Schulte and Peter Schmidt
Children 2024, 11(3), 355; https://doi.org/10.3390/children11030355 - 17 Mar 2024
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Background: The current literature lacks scientific research on child and adolescent psychiatrists’ (CAPPS) perspectives on dental and oral health. This study aims to investigate the opinions and approaches of child and adolescent psychiatrists and their patients regarding oral and dental health. Methods: A [...] Read more.
Background: The current literature lacks scientific research on child and adolescent psychiatrists’ (CAPPS) perspectives on dental and oral health. This study aims to investigate the opinions and approaches of child and adolescent psychiatrists and their patients regarding oral and dental health. Methods: A questionnaire-based cross-sectional study was conducted among members of the Professional Association for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Psychosomatics and Psychotherapy in Germany. Results: Out of the association members, 10.9% (n = 109) participated, with 5.2% (n = 52; 38f/14m) completing the questionnaire. Dental and oral health topics were discussed with one-fifth of the patients (19.2%), while 11.5% reported that they were “never” a part of their therapy. Patient-related concerns about dental and oral health were primarily brought into the context of child and adolescent psychiatric work. Dental treatment anxieties were prominent. Only 3.8% of the participants regularly assigned diagnoses related to dental status. The CAPPS employ a bio-psycho-social model for the genesis of oral health-related conditions in Children and Adolescents with Special Needs. Conclusions: CAPPS have a foundation in relationship-based work for assessing oral and dental healthcare and providing recommendations for further dental care. Regional networking and science must be further developed. Full article
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