Autism-Open Access
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Abstract

An Update on Dental Outlook for Autism

Anil Patil, Sridevi Tamgond, Sandhyarani B, Anand Shigli, Sharmila Patil and Sachin Gunda

Autism or autistic disorder is lifetime neurodevelopment disorder described as major impairment in mutual social interactions, communication ability, and repetitive patterns of interests or behaviors.

Since, globally large number of children affected by this devastating disorder, dental professionals should provide oral health care with family-centered approach comprising thorough understanding of parental concern, exceptional medical conditions, and vivid behaviours of each personality patient to improve the treatment planning. This article analyses oral health status, dental needs, complications and treatment of autistic children.