Research Article: Management strategies of dental anxiety and uncooperative behaviors in children with Autism spectrum disorder
Abstract:
Children with Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) was frequently experienced dental anxiety and uncooperative behaviors during dental treatment. Oral health care was necessary because of the poor oral hygiene and prevalent dental diseases in this population.
Introduction:
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), characterized by impaired social interaction, communication deficits, limited interest, and the presence of repetitive and stereotyped behaviors, is a complex neurodevelopmental condition, especially in children [1]. Compared to typically developing(TD) children, dental anxiety and fear were often existed in a group of children with ASD, as manifested via difficult behaviors and uncooperative reactions during dental treatment [2,3,4]. These uncooperative behaviors and uncontrolled…
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