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Best way for a severe autistic adult to be checked up. since diagnosed he was never seen by a doctor. he has dental & sleeping problems and scoliosis.
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Start with: A psychiatrist, he may need help with anxiety and insomnia. He will likely need sedation for any dental work so call an office and see what they recommend. I would find a psychiatrist first though to evaluate and treat the sleep issue. Good luck.
Answered 10/1/2013
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Unrelated conditions: Dental & scoliosis can be the cause of sleeping problem not necessarily related or caused by autism needs checkup and treatment by these specialties in addition to dealing with autism.
Answered 11/11/2014
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Sedation: Contact your local or state dental society to find a dentist who specializes in 'special needs' patients and/ or has hospital privileges. Also may check with the closest dental school. These dentists often provide treatment in the hospital setting under sedation if needed. Also, they frequently have special training to adapt treatment to the special needs of the patient. Good luck.
Answered 11/26/2013
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