Special People With Special Needs
Special people may have special circumstances that make dental problems more servere than with others.
Some of these circumstances are:

*  Limitations in body movement
*  Visual problems
*  Learning disabilities
*  Behavior disorders
Oral conditions that commonly exist are:

*  Poor tooth arrangement
*  Mouth breathing
*  Medications side-effects such as dry mouth and gum enlargement
Oral health is especially important because problems can result in:

*  Moderate to severe pain
*  Need for extensive dental care
*  Speaking difficulties
*  Poor nutrition
*  Further susceptibility to cavities, periodontal disease and other infectious diseases
*  Diminished quality of life
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