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ArticleSpecial care in dentistry : official publication of the American Association of Hospital Dentists, the Academy of Dentistry for the Handicapped, and the American Society for Geriatric Dentistry

Dental Care Access Among Children and Adolescents With Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Cross Sectional Survey in Juiz de Fora, Brazil.

Pedro Mattos Cardoso, Laís Canêdo Martins, Fernanda Campos Machado, Camila Faria Carrada, Flávia Almeida Ribeiro Scalioni

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Pedro Mattos CardosoSchool of Dentistry, Federal University of Juiz de Fora, Juiz de Fora, Minas Gerais, Brazil.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6566-4321
Laís Canêdo MartinsSchool of Dentistry, Federal University of Juiz de Fora, Juiz de Fora, Minas Gerais, Brazil.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3194-2768
Fernanda Campos MachadoDepartment of Social and Paediatric Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Federal University of Juiz de Fora, Juiz de Fora, Minas Gerais, Brazil.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7138-2670
Camila Faria CarradaDepartment of Paediatric Dentistry, School of Dentistry, School of Medical Sciences - SUPREMA, Juiz de Fora, MG, Brazil.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3173-2904
Flávia Almeida Ribeiro ScalioniDepartment of Social and Paediatric Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Federal University of Juiz de Fora, Juiz de Fora, Minas Gerais, Brazil.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0552-0414

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Abstract

aimsTo investigate the conditions of access to dental care among children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in Juiz de Fora, Brazil, and to identify the main barriers faced by this population. METHODS AND

resultsThis cross sectional study used a convenience sampling strategy. Data were collected from 130 parents or caregivers of children and adolescents with ASD through a structured questionnaire disseminated via institutions and digital platforms. The instrument was developed based on previous studies and reviewed by experts to ensure content validity. Descriptive analyses and Pearson's chi-square (χ

conclusionAlthough most children and adolescents with ASD in Juiz de Fora had received dental care, ongoing barriers hinder consistent access, as identified through associative-not causal-relationships, given the cross sectional nature of the study. The shortage of specialized professionals, behavioral challenges, and financial difficulties remain major barriers to access. Early age, verbal communication, and higher family income were associated with, rather than predictive of, better access and adherence.

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autism spectrum disorderdental care for disabledhealth services accessibilitypediatric dentistrysocioeconomic factors

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PMCPMC12937036

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