Supporting Dental and Oral Health for Individuals with IDD

Outline:
Section 1: The Importance of Good Oral Hygiene

Meet Sandy

The What and Why of Oral Hygiene

Oral Hygiene and Disability

The Anatomy of a Tooth

Consequences of Poor Oral Hygiene

Assess and Prevent

Knowledge Check

Key Takeaways

Section 2: Guidelines For Toothbrushing and Flossing

General Guidelines

Brushing the Teeth

Flossing the Teeth

Knowledge Check

Key Takeaways

Section 3: Supporting Good Oral Hygiene

Support Independence

Strategies for Overcoming Resistance

Dental Aids

Strategies For Specific Situations

Going to the Dentist

Knowledge Check

Key Takeaways

Section 4: Conclusion

Course Summary

Course Contributor

Resource

References

Jessica is a SME Writer at Relias. Her primary writing responsibilities are in the Health and Human Services vertical, in the content area of intellectual and developmental disabilities. Jessica received her Bachelor of Science in Health Science, with a concentration in Disability Studies and Human Development, from Stony Brook University. She has over eight years of experience serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their supporters, including roles as a direct support professional, case manager, and qualified professional. Her experiences and coursework over the years have allowed her to develop a strong knowledge of person-centered planning and care, community resources, and service delivery.