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Resources for parents and carers
Aimed at parents and carers, these pages contain advice from dental professionals, tips from other parents and product recommendations.
Information for parents and carers
Net Buddy
Netbuddy is a web site for swapping practical tips and information on all aspects of supporting people with learning disabilities. They have a special section on dental care and toothbrushing.
SCOPE - Dental Care
Advice from SCOPE on dental care for children and adults with cerebral palsy.
SCOPE - Drooling
Advice from SCOPE on drooling, and treatments available to reduce this.
British Dental Foundation - recommended products
The British Dental Health Foundation is an independent charity dedicated to improving the oral health of the public by providing free and impartial dental advice. The Foundation evaluates consumer oral health care products to ensure that manufacturers' product claims are clinically proven and not exaggerated.
Guidance for parents
The following guides have been written for parents and carers of children with special needs
Teeth matter: caring for your child's teethGood oral care is very important for everyone, but it is particularly important for children who may have medical, sensory, physical, learning or behavioural disabilities/special needs. This guidance covers brushing teeth, fluoride, toothbrush adoptions, helpful positions and management of specific conditions.
