ArticleChildren (Basel, Switzerland)2024
A Pilot Study Exploring Caregivers' Experiences Related to the Use of a Smart Toothbrush by Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
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- Adverse outcomes for autistic people: an umbrella review of mental health, physical health, social and lifestyle domains.Frontiers in psychiatry · 2026Pooled it
- The Application of Gamification in Children's Oral Health Management: Systematic Review.Journal of medical Internet research · 2025Pooled it
- Challenges and solutions in managing dental problems in children with autism.World journal of clinical pediatrics · 2025Article
- Significance of Oral Care for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder-A Narrative Literature Review.Children (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Review
- Reviewing Mobile Dental Apps for Children with Cognitive and Physical Impairments and Ideating an App Tailored to Special Healthcare Needs.Journal of clinical medicine · 2025Review
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Abstract
backgroundResearch on caregivers for children with intellectual disabilities, particularly those with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), has highlighted several obstacles to achieving better oral health. These include challenges with tolerating oral care, sensory processing differences, uncooperative behaviors, and communication impairments. There is limited understanding of what caregivers would consider "successful assistance" in improving oral health for these children.
objectivesThis pilot study aimed to examine caregivers' and user's experiences with a Kids Smart Electric Toothbrush used by children with ASD.
methodsIt involved open-ended interviews and questionnaires with caregivers prior to utilization of the toothbrush and after 4 weeks of product use by the child.
resultsSeventeen children with ASD, aged 5-12, participated. A total of 58.8% of caregivers said their child brushed more often, and all reported brushing at least twice a day by week 4. Caregivers reported that children became more independent while brushing their teeth and achieved better quality brushing. Caregivers' frustration with the brushing process, satisfaction with the device, and need to assist the child with brushing were improved. Caregivers did encounter some technical difficulties with the app.
conclusionThis study will assist in exploring "smart" toothbrush technologies for oral hygiene in children with ASD.
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