Is There Anything to Smile about? A Review of Oral Care for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Author
Source
Issue
Vol. 2012, Issue 2012 (31 Dec. 2012), pp.1-6, 6 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2012-02-28
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
6
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) are at risk for dental disease and face substantial challenges in accessing both routine and preventive dental services.
In terms of unmet needs it ranks third, following residential services and employment opportunities for this particular group of people.
Poorer oral health status negatively impacts overall health and one’s quality of life.
Factors contributing to this problem include significantly higher rates of dental caries, periodontal disease, poor oral hygiene, low expectations, fear of treatment, and lack of awareness among individuals and carers.
Additional factors include problems accessing dental care or denial of services because of inadequate education and clinical training, inappropriate bias, or inadequate levels of compensation to providers.
Strategies to improve service delivery include individualized and coordinated care services, education of individuals, carers, and providers, including both classroom and clinical experiences with special needs patients in dental programs.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Fisher, Kathleen. 2012. Is There Anything to Smile about? A Review of Oral Care for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. Nursing Research and Practice،Vol. 2012, no. 2012, pp.1-6.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1002585
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Fisher, Kathleen. Is There Anything to Smile about? A Review of Oral Care for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. Nursing Research and Practice No. 2012 (Dec. 2012), pp.1-6.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1002585
American Medical Association (AMA)
Fisher, Kathleen. Is There Anything to Smile about? A Review of Oral Care for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. Nursing Research and Practice. 2012. Vol. 2012, no. 2012, pp.1-6.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1002585
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-1002585