Autism and Oral Healthcare Management
Master specialized techniques for providing dental care to autistic children through positive behavior management and minimally invasive approaches.
Master specialized techniques for providing dental care to autistic children through positive behavior management and minimally invasive approaches.
This comprehensive course addresses the growing need for specialized oral healthcare for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Students learn effective strategies for managing oral sensitivities, establishing trust, and implementing minimally invasive clinical therapies. The curriculum combines evidence-based research with practical techniques for behavior management and oral hygiene care. Taught by experienced clinical professors and dental practitioners, the course provides essential skills for building positive relationships with autistic children and their families, ensuring successful dental visits and improved oral health outcomes.
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What you'll learn
Identify and address common dental problems in children with ASD
Implement minimally invasive treatment planning strategies
Develop effective oral self-care protocols for autistic children
Master behavior management techniques for dental procedures
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
PreRecorded video
Graded assignments, Exams
Access on Mobile, Tablet, Desktop
Limited Access access
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Module Description
This specialized course focuses on providing effective oral healthcare for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The curriculum covers essential aspects of autism-specific dental care, including behavior management techniques, minimally invasive treatment approaches, and strategies for developing oral self-care skills. Students learn to identify common dental problems in autistic children and implement appropriate interventions. The course emphasizes building trust and cooperation between dental professionals, patients, and families while providing evidence-based, patient-centered care.
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Instructors
2 Courses
Distinguished Scholar Advancing Pediatric Dentistry Research and Education
Gloria Hai Ming Wong is a Clinical Professor in Paediatric Dentistry at the University of Hong Kong's Faculty of Dentistry, where she serves as Assistant Dean for Research and Innovation. Her extensive academic credentials include DDS, MDSc, PhD, and multiple professional fellowships. As Clinic Manager of the Paediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics Clinic at Prince Philip Dental Hospital and Honorary Consultant at both the Duchess of Kent Children's Hospital and Queen Mary Hospital, she has established herself as a leading figure in pediatric dental care. Her research accomplishments include securing 11 external peer-reviewed grants and supervising 4 postdoctoral fellows and 21 PhD students, resulting in over 150 international refereed publications. Her expertise has earned her prestigious roles including External Reviewer for the Australian Dental Research Foundation and Examiner for the Tri-collegiate Specialty Membership Examination in Paediatric Dentistry, UK. Her contributions to the field have been recognized with numerous awards, including the IADR Colgate Research in Prevention Award, IADR SEA Research Category Award, IAPD Morita Award, and HKU's first Knowledge Exchange Excellence Award for promoting oral health in rural Asia and Africa. She currently serves as Associate Editor for BMC Pediatrics and holds editorial board positions for Scientific Reports and European Archives of Paediatric Dentistry.
2 Courses
Distinguished Scholar Advancing Pediatric Dentistry Research and Prevention
Phoebe Pui Ying Lam is a Clinical Assistant Professor in Paediatric Dentistry at the University of Hong Kong's Faculty of Dentistry, where she combines clinical practice, research, and community service. After completing her BDS and MDS at The University of Hong Kong and earning her MPaed Dent from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, she has established herself as an emerging leader in pediatric dentistry
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