Dubai, UAE – Over the years, parents have become more aware of the importance of oral health and development in children. Today, most parents ensure that their children are taught good dental practices and take them for an appointment with a pediatric dentist right from the time of their first birthday. Children in general may take some time to warm up to the idea of visiting their dental specialist and it can be a little bit harder for little ones who are on the spectrum or have other physical or sensory difficulties. As a result, parents of these children are constantly on the lookout for capable and certified pediatric dentists for autism near their place of residence.

Special needs pediatric dentistry comes with some barriers which need to be addressed early on. “All special needs pediatric dentists must be trained and certified to assist children of determination or those on the spectrum,” says Dr. Yasmin Kottait, one of the best pediatric dentists for Autism in Dubai. “These young patients require some extra love, care, and attention while they are at the clinic, to help them complete their dental checkups.”

According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, specialists are required to be familiar with community-based resources for special needs patients and encourage assistance whenever it's appropriate. A dentist who knows how to help young patients navigate issues including cultural and language barriers helps them feel more at ease while they attend their appointment. Empathy is the core of offering treatment to children with special needs.

Efforts and support from the family are equally important to help these children get the treatment at the right time. For instance, children with acquired orofacial (relating to the mouth and face)conditions may show an oral aversion towards medical procedures and need every bit of assistance, both from the parents and the pediatric dentists for a successful checkup. “Most children will get comfortable with the process once they start trusting their specialist. At our pediatric dental clinic, we practice ABA therapy to reduce your child’s anxiety and encourage their cooperation throughout the dental appointment,” continues Dr. Yasmin.

When a patient reaches adulthood, their journey with the kid’s specialist ends. To help these patients transition without any issues, special needs pediatric dentists work with them throughout their childhood. So parents of children with special needs must find a trusted best pediatric dentist who can assist and encourage their kids to enjoy healthy oral development and a beautiful smile.

If you are looking to book an appointment with Dr. Yasmine Kottait, visit her website today for more information.

About Dr. Yasmin: Dr. Yasmin Kottait is an award winning-specialist and one of the best kids dentists in Dubai. With more than 16 years of experience in pediatric dentistry, she is a real-life “tooth fairy” who is dedicated to spreading smiles and healthy oral habits in children. As a renowned name and face in the field of pediatric dentistry, Dr. Yasmin is also one of the few Autism friendly dentists in the region, with a diploma in Cognitive Based Hypnotherapy and IBCCES Autism certification.