Journal of Disability and Oral Health

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Cover Date:
September 2008
Print ISSN:
1470-8558
Electronic ISSN:
1754-2758
Vol:
9
Issue:
3

Unusual behavioural response of a patient with learning disabilities: A case study

Pain and anxiety management techniques are now widely used to supplement local anaesthesia for dental procedures. In particular, patients with learning disabilities are benefiting from the advancements in conscious sedation techniques. A review of the literature shows that this group of patients can receive oral care in a safe manner, thus avoiding the need for general anaesthesia. There is, however, little documented evidence of any adverse responses or reactions to sedation in patients with learning disabilities. This case study describes an unusual behavioural response by a patient with mild learning disability during dental treatment with intravenous sedation. The authors wish to share their experiences and to raise awareness of the importance of a thorough patient assessment and management of emergencies that may arise.

Article Price
£15.00
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£15.00
Page Start
141
Page End
143
Authors
Navida Hanif, Victoria Kewley, V Brookes

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