Sensory-Friendly Dentistry

A practical guide to implementing sensory-friendly practices at dental offices

What you'll learn

Understand the importance of sensory-friendly practices in dentistry

Identify and implement adjustments for a sensory-friendly dental environment

Recognize common barriers to dental care for individuals with developmental disabilities

Learn strategies for preparing patients with sensory sensitivities for dental visits

Apply effective patient interaction techniques during dental appointments

Implement post-visit engagement strategies to reinforce positive dental experiences

Use feedback and collaboration to continuously improve sensory-friendly practices

Requirements

There are no prerequisites for this course; it is intended for those who work in dental offices and all members of a dental care team

Description

Welcome to our course on sensory-friendly practice in dentistry! In this course, we aim to give you the knowledge and resources to implement sensory-friendly practices with your dental health team. This course is meant for anyone who works in dental offices or as part of a dental care team, including dentists, orthodontists, dental assistants, hygienists, and receptionists. For anyone who works with patients as part of a dental health team, this course is for you.Course content includes the following topics:An overview of sensory sensitivity and overload, and why it matters in dental careHow to adjust the office environment before a patient visitImproving the patient experience during appointmentsIncreasing post-visit engagement with patientsDentistry-specific sensory-friendly resources and strategiesDuring this course, you will learn specific, actionable strategies that can be put into place to improve the sensory experience of receiving dental care in your office or clinic for people who experience sensory sensitivity or overload. We offer more general strategies to improve the overall experience for patients, as well as measures that are specific to each of the eight senses.This course is about more than just implementing inclusive practices at your dental clinic - it's about fostering empathy and understanding. Our course provides the knowledge and tools needed to make the dental care experience a little more comfortable and inclusive for all sorts of patients. Enroll today and learn how to improve the dental care experience more inclusive and accepting of individuals with sensory sensitivities.

Overview

Section 1: Defining the Problem

Lecture 1 Overview

Lecture 2 Why Sensory-Friendly Dentistry?

Lecture 3 Factors Affecting Oral Health

Lecture 4 Dental Conditions Commonly Seen in Individuals With Sensory Differences

Section 2: Adjusting the Environment (Before the Visit)

Lecture 5 Overview

Lecture 6 Preparing Your Dental Office

Lecture 7 Sensory-Friendly Appointments

Lecture 8 Strategies to Prepare Your Patient Before the Visit

Section 3: Patient Interaction (During the Visit)

Lecture 9 Overview

Lecture 10 Setting the Stage for Positive Interactions

Lecture 11 Client Interaction Strategies

Lecture 12 Sensory Adjustments for Each Sense

Section 4: Follow-up and Engagement (After the Visit)

Lecture 13 Overview

Lecture 14 Listen and Collaborate

Lecture 15 Strategies for Post-visit Engagement

Section 5: Thank You

Lecture 16 Thank You and Next Steps

Section 6: Dentistry Specific Sensory Inclusive Resources

Lecture 17 The Five Steps to Implementation

Lecture 18 Creating a Sensory-Friendly Guide for your Dental Practice

Dental professionals: members of dental health teams and those who work in dental offices,Dentists,Orthodontists,Oral Surgeons,Periodontists,Endodontists,Dental hygienists,Dental assistants,Dental office workers