Many children with special health care needs have a lot of sensitivity associated with the oral cavity. Dental care is often challenging for parents and oral pathology is often common due to sensory issue challenges, limited diets and anatomical/developmental differences.  Because of these challenges, it is so important for parents to find a pediatric dentist that is skilled in working with children with special needs. A great pediatric dentist will become a therapeutic partner, so finding a dentist that listens and offers helpful resources is important to the long-term health of children with special needs challenges.