Happy Tuesday, everyone. A recent study revealed that adults with ADHD are more likely to experience poor oral health, face dental anxiety, avoid regular dental care, and feel discriminated against in a dental setting. Coupled with the fact that many ADHD medications lead to dry mouth (which then leads to periodontal diseases), it's important to properly care for neurodivergent patients.
In today's edition:
🧩 New study finds patients with ADHD are at a greater risk for poor oral health
🔦 Using lasers in the dental operatory: Learning how to read the tissue
🥦 The advantages of discussing nutrition in the dental setting
🤑 How to sell dentistry without being “salesy”