Various studies have indicated that persons with special needs may face several barriers to
dental treatment, which increases the prevalence of oral diseases in this population …

Background The prevalence of oral diseases including dental caries and periodontal
conditions is remarkably higher in people with disabilities. The provision of accessible oral …

Aim To evaluate knowledge and attitude of caregivers/healthcare workers regarding oral
health of special need patients, at a comprehensive rehabilitation centre. Material and …

Objective Access to dental care is a key factor influencing oral health outcomes. Individuals
with special healthcare needs are at risk of not having access to dental care services which …

BACKGROUND: Dental caries and obesity are multifactorial diseases with diet being a
common contributory factor. OBJECTIVE: The main purpose of the present study was to …

Aim The aims of this study were to evaluate the Modified Gingival Index (MGI), Plaque Index
(PI), salivary pH and buffering capacity of the saliva among autistic children compared to …

Purpose: Obesity and dental caries constitute an important public health problem worldwide.
Special-needs children are at higher risk of developing dental caries and obesity because of …

It is the most common and best-known chromosomal disorder in humans. Its incidence in
Saudi Arabia is reported to be 1 in 554 live births. and the scientific evidence on the …

People with disabilities experience inferior health and poor access to good quality health
services as compared with the general population. Optimum oral health is associated with …

Objectives This study was undertaken to assess the oral health status among physically
disabled Saudi patients. Methods Recruitment took place in the Armed Forces Centre for …