The Pitt Dental Medicine Faculty Practice treats patients with special health care needs in the Dental School’s Center for Patients with Special Needs. Here expert clinicians provide dental care for adult patients (ages 17 and up) with special health care needs, including Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, autism spectrum disorder and intellectual disability. We offer care with or without sedation, as needed, to optimize comfort and outcomes. Our approach centers on disease control and management, using advanced technology and techniques to care for your loved one in the way that’s best for them.
Services We Provide for Patients with Special Needs:
- Examination
- Prophylaxis (cleaning)
- Scaling and root planing (deep cleaning)
- X-rays
- Fillings
- Crowns
- Extractions
- Root canals
Why Choose the Pitt Dental Medicine Faculty Practice for a Loved One with Special Needs?
- Personalized care: Treatment plans are tailored to each patient’s needs and abilities.
- Sedation options: Various levels of sedation are available to optimize comfort and cooperation.
- Efficient treatment: Option to complete multiple procedures in a single sedation visit.
- Compassionate team: A caring team and staff dedicated to your loved one’s comfort and well-being.
To learn more or to schedule an appointment, please contact Pitt Dental Medicine Faculty Practice at +1-412-648-9100.