Introduction to special care Flashcards
1
Q
what is special care
A
branch of dentistry that delivers oral care services who are unable to accept routine care because of physcial, intellectual, medical, emotion, sensory or mental impairment
2
Q
who do special care see
A
learning disability
physical disability
care of older patients
medically compromised
mental health issues
dentally anxious or phobic
3
Q
why is it important patients are seen in special care
A
is it safe
is it legal - valid consent
