This film is an educational tool used to train dental professionals in the “D-Termined Dental Program of Repetitive Tasking and Familiarization in Dentistry” so that they can provide better dental care to individuals with autism spectrum disorders and other developmental disabilities. Because of their difficulties in communication, heightened sensitivity to, reactivity to, and fear of stimuli in the dental environment, individuals with autism are often unable to receive proper dental care without sedation. The D-Termined Program is a behavior management approach to dentistry which has proven successful in practice with children with developmental disabilities.
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Braces are used by dentists and orthodontist to realign teeth into a more desirable position for cosmetics and functionality purposes. Learn about the difference between traditional braces and Invisalign braces with information from a general dentist in this free video on dentistry and braces.
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Root canal pain can be treated with either over-the-counter pain relievers or prescription antibiotics provided by a dentist. Treat root canal pain with tips from a licensed dental assistant in this free video series on dental health and oral hygiene.
Over 100 million Americans do not have dental insurance. Thousands seek help at free dental care clinics that are often overwhelmed with the high demand for their services. Seth Doane reports.
