Pediatric dentists are specifically trained in taking care of the oral health of children with special health care needs (SHCN). These health care needs may be physical, developmental, mental, sensory, behavioral, cognitive, or emotional requiring specialized services or programs. Regardless of any congenital, developmental, or acquired condition, we are committed to working with you to optimize the oral health of your child because all kids deserve a healthy and happy smile!
Oral diseases directly impact a child's general health as well as their quality of life. Children with SHCN may greatly benefit from comprehensive and multidisciplinary oral health services. At Sweet Carolina Pediatric Dentistry, we provide a broad range of specialty services aimed at optimally serving children with SHCN and are able to refer to the right subspecialty oral health services when appropriate.
Children with SHCN may be at increased risk for oral diseases once primary (baby) teeth start developing and the risk may remain elevated through adulthood. Below are some of the oral health conditions associated with children and adults with SHCN.
Build-up of calculus resulting in increased gingivitis and risk for periodontal disease
Abnormalities in tooth development, size, shape, eruption, and arch formation
Wear facets (non-carious lesions from teeth rubbing together) and bruxism (clenching or grinding teeth)
Oral aversion and behavior problems
Dental crowding
Malocclusion ("bad bite")
Enamel hypoplasia
Dental caries
Teeth fracture or trauma
Build-up of calculus resulting in increased gingivitis and risk for periodontal disease
Abnormalities in tooth development, size, shape, eruption, and arch formation
Wear facets (non-carious lesions from teeth rubbing together) and bruxism (clenching or grinding teeth)
Oral aversion and behavior problems
Dental crowding
Malocclusion ("bad bite")
Enamel hypoplasia
Dental caries
Teeth fracture or trauma
Serving children with SHCN takes a special team. We are here for you because together, everyone acheives more!