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A member asked:
What can i do if my 8 year old has adhd, and he wont let the dentist do his job. help?
10 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Pedodontist: Some kids are difficult to treat, but a pedodontist has the training and skills to treat your son. Sometimes they will can work with your son to help him accept dental treatment. Sometimes they can use gas or sedation to treat him. It is important that he gets good dental treatment by a skilled dentist. This will provide a good experience for him now that will carry on for the rest of his life.
Answered 1/4/2015
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Pedodontist: Please ask your general dentist to refer you to a qualified pediatric dental specialist. They retrained to best help special needs children.
Answered 7/25/2013
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Separate issues: The ADHD and fear of the dentist are separate issues. Speak to your pediatrician about a dose of an anti anxiety medicine or the use of an anesthetic agent.
Answered 7/2/2015
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