Neurodiversity and Anxiety in Dentistry and Orthodontics

Dental and Orthodontic care can be adapted for Neurodiverse or Anxious people whose brains process the world differently—such as individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Dyslexia and Dyspraxia. Why does Neurodiversity matter in Orthodontics? Orthodontic treatment may involve: For many neurodivergent people, these factors can interact with: What can be…