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My work with kids with special needs has been, like, ongoing for quite some time. The way that we like to help kids with special needs is just to meet them at whatever level they’re at. So if they’re fearful, if they’re nonverbal, whatever it is, we wanna just make them feel comfortable. So we always show kids what we’re gonna do before we do it, and we discuss it and we let them touch it. And even if sometimes it doesn’t seem like they’re receptive to it, we do it anyways, because we wanna make sure they’re aware of what’s gonna happen.
Sometimes, for some kids with special needs working really fast is a great option, for other kids going fast can make them feel uncomfortable. So we take our time, we show them everything we do before we do it. So me, as well as all of my staff is trained in special needs care and so we do what we can to make your child feel as comfortable as possible.
So our goal is always to help kids have a healthy mouth and be comfortable at the dentist. And so sometimes that’s not always possible with kids when they’re awake. And so one option for kids who are super fearful, or who have special needs that prevent them from cooperating is general anesthesia. So with general anesthesia, they’re completely asleep and all of their treatment gets done all at once. And then they can kind of start on the right foot afterwards. So they have a memory of positive experiences at the dentist as opposed to multiple visits of treatment. That can be difficult at times.
Give Your Child Special Needs Care in Littleton
Your child deserves to have a healthy smile and receive excellent dental care. However, we understand that some children require special needs care in Littleton that only a dentist experienced in this type of treatment can provide. At Sprout and Bloom, Dr. Alli has a passion for helping children with special needs. In dental school she was awarded the Albert Schweitzer Fellowship, during which she designed and implemented an oral hygiene program for kids with intellectual and emotional disabilities in Los Angeles.
Our treatment will:
- Ensure your child gets comfortable with the dentist at an early age
- Cater to your child’s specific needs for dental care
- Take your child’s medical history into consideration
- Help your child feel at ease in our office and with our team
- Keep your child’s smile healthy and beautiful
For a compassionate partner in dental care, call us today at 720-615-6087 to schedule an appointment.
Give Your Child the Care They Deserve
Whether your child uses a wheelchair or walker, has a condition like autism or Down syndrome, or has an injury that requires more than the standard protocol, our team is specifically trained to handle their dental care. We can schedule extra time, use specific rooms for their visit, and otherwise better prepare for your arrival on the day of their appointment. Here’s what our procedure for your child’s appointment looks like:
- Before your child arrives for their official appointment, we can arrange a visit to help your child feel comfortable in our office and meet Dr. Alli and our team.
- Dr. Alli will need all the information you can provide about your child’s dental and overall health, including when their first tooth came in and their current oral care routine.
- If it will help avoid trauma or unnecessary complications, we can discuss sedation options for your child prior to their treatment.
- Once your child is comfortable, we will perform a thorough cleaning and exam. We’ll remove plaque and tartar and examine their mouth for signs of cavities, gum disease, and other oral health issues.
- After the cleaning and exam, we’ll discuss any necessary treatments and recommendations for a follow-up appointment. If there are no further issues to address, we’ll schedule another appointment in six months.
For special needs care in Littleton, schedule an appointment with Sprout and Bloom today by calling 720-615-6087. You can also schedule one online. If your child is a new patient, you can take advantage of our special offer for a cleaning, exam, and two X-rays for only $109. This special is free for children under the age of 3 and does not include X-rays. Be sure to ask about our membership plan which covers the cost of preventive care and offers discounts on other treatments.
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“Highly recommend, they took such great care of my son and every detail in the office makes the experience a fun adventure, he forget he was even at the dentist. Dr. Alli and the staff are awesome, I am so thankful we found this place!”
“My 15-month-old just had his first dental visit with Sprout and Bloom and it was wonderful! Beginning to finish, from making the appointment over the phone with their friendly staff to leaving after our appointment, the staff made every part of our experience amazing! For each first visit with them, they are donating a pack of diapers for those in need! I will be using Sprout and Bloom for all …”
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My 15-month-old just had his first dental visit with Sprout and Bloom and it was wonderful! Beginning to finish, from making the appointment over the phone with their friendly staff to leaving after our appointment, the staff made every part of our experience amazing! For each first visit with them, they are donating a pack of diapers for those in need! I will be using Sprout and Bloom for all our pediatric dentistry needs! Very happy with our experience. I also referred a friend and her daughter here after our visit because it was such a wonderful experience for us!
“Everyone was so friendly and inviting! I was nervous how my 1 year old would react since it was his first time at a dentist office but he did great and you could tell the staff truly enjoy what they do and making kiddos feel comfortable. Will 100% recommend this practice to other friends with children!”
“We took our 2 1/2 year old in for her first visit today. The entire staff, from the front desk, to the hygienist to the doctor were absolutely amazing! They let us come back with her while they cleaned her teeth and were just so wonderful and nice! They made all of us feel super comfortable. Definitely would recommend this place to all!”
“Dr. Alli and her team are so kind and seem to genuinely enjoy their jobs. They were so patient with my daughter (21 months old) and her first dentist visit. I will definitely be going back for future visits.”
“This is a wonderful office!!! I took my 2 year old daughter for her first dental visit and she was scared and crying but the entire staff was so friendly and sweet with my nervous little girl! Thank you so much for being so wonderful to us today.”
“Great staff. Kind and patient with my daughter. She’s usually nervous at the dentist and we had no issues at all!”
“First visit, but love the super bright interiors, friendly staff and donation of diapers to in-need families each visit.”
“The employees are very welcome and friendly. They are super clean and knowledgeable! Definitely will use their business again”
“Dr. Alli is an experienced pediatric dentist and is very compassionate. She helps make the dental experience for kids easy and comfortable. I would recommend coming here!”
FAQS About Special Needs Care
What is special needs dentistry?
Special needs dentistry treats patients with cognitive, physical, medical, or developmental needs that require special care and attention during their dentist appointment. A dentist with training in special needs dentistry can make accommodations that focus on treating the patient within their personal limitations. This can mean introducing your special needs child to the staff before their appointment as well as giving them gentle sedation to avoid unnecessary complications during treatment.
How will special needs dentistry help my child?
Whatever your child’s special needs, we can accomodate them to make sure they have a comfortable appointment. We can give them extra time to meet the staff and become familiar with our office before the appointment begins. In addition, Dr. Alli can recommend ways to maintain the health of their smile, address any dental problems caused by medication, and recommend teeth cleaning and gum care tips you can practice at home.
How does medication impact my child’s oral health?
Certain liquid medicines for kids have a syrup base that has added sugar. If the medication isn’t properly rinsed out or brushed off your child’s teeth, it can result in cavities. Other medications can have side effects such as dry mouth or a reduction in saliva. This can lead to dental problems, since saliva washes away food particles and bacteria.