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Dental Considerations for special care dentistry according to the types of disabilities  

Kim, Young-J. (Department of Pediatric Dentistry Specialized Clinic for persons with disabilities School of Dentistry, Seoul National University Seoul National University Dental Hospital)
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The Journal of the Korean dental association / v.49, no.12, 2011 , pp. 732-738 More about this Journal
Abstract
Special needs patient are one of the underserved dental patient groups in Korea. However, Lack of attitudes to oral care and the knowledge of health professionals are identified as barriers to oral health for people with disabilities. Health authorities have a key role in ensuring that the need for a comprehensive dental services is met. This review may help oral health professionals understand the dental considerations according types of disabilities and provide appropriate and necessary dental care for special needs patients.
Keywords
special needs patient; dental considerations; type of disabilities;
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