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Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to: 

  1. Identify common barriers to dental care experienced by patients with special healthcare needs, including sensory sensitivities, medical fragility, and behavioral
    challenges.

  2. Describe desensitization techniques that can be used to build patient trust and reduce anxiety during dental hygiene visits.

  3. List mobile-friendly tools or strategies that support care delivery outside of a traditional dental operatory.

  4. Explain how to adapt communication and treatment approaches when working with caregivers, support staff, or interdisciplinary teams.

  5. Apply trauma-informed, sensory-conscious modifications to improve patient comfort during preventive dental hygiene procedures.

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Continuing Education Credits issued may not apply towards license renewal in all state/provinces. It is the responsibility of each participant to verify the requirements of his/her state/provincial licensing board(s) and to self-report their continuing education hours earned

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Providing dental hygiene care for individuals with special healthcare needs requires more than clinical skill - it calls for creativity, compassion, and a deep understanding of the unique barriers these patients face. From sensory sensitivities and mobility challenges to communication differences and medical fragility, this course offers practical insight into meeting patients where they are - literally and figuratively.
 

This course is designed for dental professionals interested in expanding access to care through mobile, home-based, or desensitization-focused services. Participants will learn how to adapt their care to support children and adults with autism, developmental disabilities, chronic illness, or other conditions that make traditional dental visits difficult.
 

Drawing from real-world experience in mobile public health settings, the presenter will highlight tools, communication strategies, and desensitization techniques that promote comfort and trust. Attendees will explore ways to reduce sensory triggers, collaborate with caregivers, and deliver preventive care in a way that’s both effective and trauma-
informed.
 

Whether you're new to special needs care or looking to enhance your approach, this course will leave you with simple, actionable tools you can implement right away in your practice - because every patient deserves access to a positive, dignified dental experience.

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