SPECIAL NEEDS DENTIST NEAR ABILENE, TX
Serving the Special Needs Community Since 2007
Why Families in Abilene Choose Us
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Kind Words From Families Who Chose Us
First time visiting this facility and we were treated like family. My son who is autistic was very anxious but the entire staff talked to him directly with a lot of care, they treated him as one of their own. That type of treatment has no price. We are blessed to have found this place. Thank you
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Finding Our Dental Office Near Abilene
Although our dental office is located a few hours from Abilene, the drive is quite easy. In fact, you can take I-20 and I-30 almost the whole way! Our office is located at 923 State Hwy 161 in Grand Prairie, which is past AT&T Stadium, Six Flags Over Texas, and Globe Life Field. Closer to our office, you’ll find The Passion Café and Grand Prairie Library.
Frequently Asked Questions – Answered!
Are you looking for a dentist who can accommodate special needs for you or a loved one? At Disability Dental Services near Abilene, we’ve got your back! You likely have some unanswered questions, so we’re here to help. Here are the answers to some of the most common questions we receive. If you don’t see the information that you’re looking for below, don’t fret. Give us a call and we’d be happy to address any questions or concerns that you have.
What Is a Special Needs Dentist?
A special needs dentist is equipped to provide dental care for patients who have special needs, including intellectual or developmental disabilities, physical disabilities, and other medical conditions that can make getting essential care more challenging. At Disability Dental Services, we provide a full menu of preventive, restorative, general, and sedation dentistry to patients with epilepsy, muscular dystrophy, multiple sclerosis, autism, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, dementia, and anything else that can make it difficult to sit in the dental chair and receive treatment.
How Is Dentistry Different for Patients with Special Needs?
Just like anyone else, our goal is to help all of our patients achieve and maintain excellent oral health. The way we do this will depend on each individual and the disability they are facing. Some of the accommodations that special needs patients may require include:
- A quick, systematic approach to examinations and treatments.
- Knowledge of the condition so needs can be met.
- Additional assistants during examinations and treatments.
- Sedation dentistry for patient comfort.
- Flexible appointment scheduling
- Caregiver or case manager involvement in treatment planning.
What Do You Do If You Can’t Afford a Dentist?
Dentistry is about prevention, so it is more affordable and offers high value to work with your dentist to prevent serious dental issues before they arise. Dental insurance is an effective tool to pay for dental care. If you have access to it, this is something to take advantage of. We are also happy to accept payments through CareCredit – a third-party financing company that can split the cost of your treatment into manageable monthly installments with little to no interest. It may also benefit you to learn about Texas agencies for special needs patients. Many of our patients receive assistance from a third-party agency, and we often coordinate our treatments with this in mind.
How Do I Find the Best Place to Get Dental Work Done?
The first step is to define what you are looking for and what’s important to you. Usually, this is a combination of welcoming your insurance, fees, and location. In addition, it’s important to consider the types of dental care you need. For instance, if you or your loved one requires dental sedation to receive care, you should look for someone who offers this service. Lastly, you want to get a feel for the practice and how they treat their patients. You can do this by reading online reviews and checking out the doctor bios on their site.