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June 17, 2026Journal of Clinical MedicineOpen Access

Inclusivity in Oral Care: A Comprehensive Dental Prevention Approach to Improve Cooperation and Oral Hygiene in Children with Special Needs

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DTDalma TábiONOrsolya NémethBSBálint Zsombor Sárai

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Overview

Pilot study evaluates dental prevention program's impact on oral health and cooperation in children with special needs, suggesting effectiveness.

Key Points

  • This study aims to assess the impact of a dental prevention program on oral health and cooperation in children with special needs.
  • Pilot study involving 97 children with special needs at Pető András Conductive Practical Primary School.
  • 16 children participated in an eight-week program focusing on oral hygiene and dental cooperation strategies.
  • Dental assessments were performed at baseline, weeks 8, 16, 52, and 104 following WHO protocols.
  • Significant reductions in OHI-S, DI-S, and CI-S values observed at weeks 8 and 16 compared to baseline (p < 0.05).
  • Patient cooperation improved significantly according to the Frankl scale during the intervention.
  • Long-term follow-up indicated sustained improvements in oral hygiene and cooperation at weeks 52 and 104.

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Tábi et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a323d23d50b63ecad206ff1https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm15124580
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