Park Place Dental Group
Dentistry & Cosmetic and Restorative
Dentistry located in Arts Section, Newark, NJ
If you or a loved one has special health care needs, special needs dentistry provides a safe and inclusive way to receive treatment. At Park Place Dental Group in Newark, New Jersey, people of all ages can receive special needs dentistry in a welcoming, friendly environment. To schedule an appointment for yourself or your loved one, call the office today.
Special Needs Dentistry Q & A
What Is Special Needs Dentistry?
Special needs dentistry is a branch of oral health care that diagnoses, treats, and prevents common dental problems –– such as cavities and gum disease –– in people with special health care needs.
The special needs dentistry providers at Park Place Dental Group underwent several years of additional training following graduation from dental school to provide caring, compassionate oral health treatments to children, teenagers, and adults with special health needs. This ensures you or your loved one receives the best possible care in a relaxing and supportive environment.
How Is Special Needs Dentistry Different From a Traditional Dental Appointment?
A special needs dentistry appointment is slightly different from a routine oral exam and cleaning. Your Park Place Dental Group provider tailors treatment to you or your loved one’s individual needs. This includes setting up the exam room to accommodate a wheelchair, walker, or other medical equipment.
If your son or daughter is the one receiving treatment, you're allowed to stay in the exam room to support and comfort them. During the special needs dentistry appointment, your Park Place Dental Group provider explains each step of the treatment process in clear, easy-to-understand terms.
If you or your loved one experiences dental anxiety or has trouble sitting still, your provider might also recommend sleep dentistry to encourage relaxation or to ease tense feelings.
What Happens During a Special Needs Dentistry Appointment?
At Park Place Dental Group, every special needs dentistry appointment begins with a one-on-one consultation. During this appointment, your provider reviews your loved one’s medical history and carefully conducts an oral exam.
Depending on your loved one's individual needs, your provider might also recommend taking low radiation digital X-rays to pinpoint any problems not visible to the naked eye.
After gathering this information, your loved one's provider develops a custom care plan tailored to their individual needs. This might include a simple cleaning and polishing or more extensive treatments, like a root canal or gum treatments.
Throughout the appointment, your Park Place Dental Group provider works to create a comfortable, respectful, and compassionate environment.
To learn more about the benefits of special needs dentistry, make an appointment at Park Place Dental Group by calling the office today.