{"id":61080,"date":"2019-04-08T09:21:16","date_gmt":"2019-04-08T16:21:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.emergencydentistsusa.com\/?p=61080"},"modified":"2019-04-23T11:52:39","modified_gmt":"2019-04-23T18:52:39","slug":"most-at-risk-states-for-oral-health-and-autism","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.emergencydentistsusa.com\/most-at-risk-states-for-oral-health-and-autism\/","title":{"rendered":"New Study: Children with Autism are Most at Risk in these States for Oral Health Problems"},"content":{"rendered":"

Government research from 2017 estimates 1 in 40 American children has autism<\/a>, up from a previous estimate of 1 in 59 children. Dentably has funded a study which examines both levels of dental care, and levels of diagnosis and treatment of autism, nationwide. <\/p>\n

Going to the dentist is important for all children, but there is additional care that needs to be given to children with autism. Anyone that has a hypersensitivity to external stimuli would find that being poked and prodded with pointy objects to be a scary experience. Children with autism are already at a greater risk for dental complications due to behavioral challenges.<\/p>\n

We took a look at all 50 states and Washington DC to come up with our own Dentably Oral Health Risk Index. Through this index, we can show in which states children with autism may be at a higher risk of developing oral health problems. <\/p>\n

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Key Findings<\/h2>\n

Missouri<\/h3>\n

Dentably Oral Health Risk Index Rank:<\/strong> 63.5<\/p>\n

Missouri has the worst ranking on the Dentably Oral Health Risk Index because children with autism living there are not being taken to the dentist or receiving dental treatments as often as they should. <\/p>\n

Nevada<\/h3>\n

Dentably Oral Health Risk Index Rank:<\/strong> 61.3<\/p>\n

We applaud Nevada for its significant rate of autism-related behavioral treatment. However, there is a lack of dental care for children overall showing that children with autism may be at risk. <\/p>\n

Oklahoma<\/h3>\n

Dentably Oral Health Risk Index Rank:<\/strong> 56.1<\/p>\n

Oklahoma has a high percentage of children diagnosed with ASD, yet alarmingly low percentages of children receiving dental care.<\/p>\n

South Carolina<\/h3>\n

Dentably Oral Health Risk Index Rank:<\/strong> 55.7<\/p>\n

South Carolina has a better rate of children receiving dental care but a shocking amount of children with autism who are not receiving medical or behavioral treatments. <\/p>\n

California<\/h3>\n

Dentably Oral Health Risk Index Rank:<\/strong> 55.1<\/p>\n

A large number of children in California have been diagnosed with autism and the majority are not receiving medical or behavioral treatments coupled with a lack of dental care. <\/p>\n

Michigan<\/h3>\n

Dentably Oral Health Risk Index Rank:<\/strong> 53.7<\/p>\n

Michigan has slightly better numbers for when it comes to children receiving dental care, but their percentages for children with autism receiving treatment is still low. <\/p>\n

Ohio<\/h3>\n

Dentably Oral Health Risk Index Rank:<\/strong> 52.4<\/p>\n

While Ohio is doing well to treat their children with autism, there aren\u2019t many children receiving dental care instructions.<\/p>\n

Florida<\/h3>\n

Dentably Oral Health Risk Index Rank:<\/strong> 51.9<\/p>\n

Florida does not have a high percentage of children diagnosed with autism, but there is a lack of treatment for those who are diagnosed as well as a lack of dental care. <\/p>\n

Illinois<\/h3>\n

Dentably Oral Health Risk Index Rank:<\/strong> 51.8<\/p>\n

There is more medication being given to children with autism in Illinois but a lack of behavioral treatment. Dental care for children has room for improvement. <\/p>\n

Tennessee<\/h3>\n

Dentably Oral Health Risk Index Rank:<\/strong> 51.0<\/p>\n

There\u2019s a small number of children with autism receiving medical or behavioral treatment while dental care is better but can still be improved. <\/p>\n

In comparison to the states providing better healthcare to children with autism, the states listed above have much room for improvement. <\/p>\n

Nebraska<\/h3>\n

Dentably Oral Health Risk Index Rank:<\/strong> 37.0<\/p>\n

Nebraska has some of the highest percentages for children with autism receiving medical and behavioral treatment. Most children here are receiving sufficient dental care as well. <\/p>\n

Connecticut<\/h3>\n

Dentably Oral Health Risk Index Rank:<\/strong> 33.4<\/p>\n

Connecticut is a great example of how a state can provide for its children with autism. Children receive behavioral and medical treatments for their autism. Dental care for children overall is high. <\/p>\n

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Why We Conducted This Study<\/h3>\n

Dental care is essential to one\u2019s overall health and well-being and it\u2019s especially important that those with autism are able to receive the care they need. This study identifies trends and potential health risks for children with autism in hopes that communities can use this data to improve healthcare and special needs resources.<\/p>\n

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\r\n“It was important to us at Dentably to fund this study as a resource to the community. The applications stretch far beyond children with autism and include any child that has apprehension or anxiety about visiting the dentist, whether special needs or not. \r\n
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\r\nOur goal when compiling this information was to make planning, decisions, and dental health care overall just a little more seamless and smooth for affected families.”\r\n