Patients with autism and other special needs, conditions and disabilities deserve an orthodontic professional that is experienced and willing to work with them to create a comfortable, relaxing environment. Dr. Wiggins suggests that parents prepare for their child's initial consultation or treatment by communicating openly with Summit Orthodontics.

Prior to treatment, it is important that parents ask themselves how well their child will be able to handle dental procedures. For example, will the child be able to sit in the chair for long periods of time when the braces go on and come off? How well is the child able to handle having something put in their mouth? If your child might have some difficulty with these situations then maybe sedation could be an option for that child.

To help special needs patients feel comfortable at Summit Orthodontics, our office has the same assistant work with the patient, in the same chair, at each visit. This enables the patient to feel more secure with their surroundings, also allowing them to build a trusting relationship with one person. The key to successful orthodontic treatment of a patient with special needs is communication with the parents. Dr. Wiggins relies on guidance from patients' parents to ensure their child feels at ease in our office and with the procedures.

Please give us a call if you have any questions about our office, or if you would like to schedule a consultation with Dr. Wiggins!