Dentist for Autistic Teen?

Updated on November 16, 2009
M.D. asks from Gilbert, AZ
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My friend is having a hard time finding a dentist that will work on her autistic son. He is 15 and 100 lbs and needs to be sedated, even for routine cleanings. Most pediatric dentists feel he is too big to handle but she needs someone who works well with kids and can accommodate his special needs. Anyone?

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T.B.

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I have a friend who is a dentist in Gilbert. He is extremely honest and an all around great guy and works well with children. I take my typical children to him and they love him. His son is special needs and the lady in the front office also has a special needs son, so they are very empathetic to this situation. I am not sure what he can do, but it would be worth giving him a call to find out. If he cannot help your friend, I am sure that he can refer her to someone who can. Here is his web address. http://www.rayfamilydentalcare.com/

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M.D.

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Hi M.!
Have you tried Dentally Yours on Lindsay/Elliot in Gilbert? My niece takes her 4-children there and she loves them. I go there myself and think they are great too. It can't hurt to call and ask if they work with special needs children. Phone number is ###-###-####. Hope they work for you!!
Another M. D. in Chandler :)

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S.P.

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Try Sweet Tooth Pediatric Dentistry on Power Rd. Dr Bashara. Good luck.

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R.G.

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Dr. Brett Quackenbush,(pediatric dds) he is really fabulous with children, My insurance no longer covers him, but I would recommend him to anyone. Really sweet staff as well. Here is his number and address.

Ste 121
1534 E Ray Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85296-4430
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