Pediatric dental center marks World Diabetes Day, opens sensory clinic

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KUWAIT: The Nasser Al-Saeed Specialized Center for Pediatric Dentistry on Sunday held an awareness event highlighting the link between oral health and diabetes ...

KUWAIT: The Nasser Al-Saeed Specialized Center for Pediatric Dentistry on Sunday held an awareness event highlighting the link between oral health and diabetes in children to mark World Diabetes Day, and opened a sensory disorders clinic on the sidelines.

Assistant Undersecretary for Dental Affairs at the Ministry of Health Dr Ahmad Asad told KUNA the World Diabetes Day activities focused on raising awareness among students and parents about the close link between dental health and diabetes, and the importance of prevention.

Treatment of children with autism in dental clinics follows gradual stages, starting with an attempt on a regular dental chair, then moving to the sensory disorders clinic for cases that need a sensory-friendly environment, with general anesthesia as a last resort if necessary, Asad said.

He stressed the importance of integrated treatment and awareness programs for children with diabetes to protect their teeth, gums and jawbone.

The ministry currently has two clinics specializing in this field, at the Farwaniya Specialized Dental Center and the Nasser Al-Saeed Center, with plans to open a third at the Jahra Specialized Center for Pediatric Dentistry in about a month, he said.

The center’s acting head, Dr Mohammad Al-Hassan, told KUNA that uncontrolled diabetes directly affects oral health, causing dry mouth and more tooth decay, as well as possible gum inflammation and bacterial and fungal infections. Poor oral hygiene and tooth decay in turn make it harder to control blood sugar levels, he said.

He urged parents to disclose their children’s medical history and tell dentists if they have diabetes, noting that children with diabetes need specific treatment protocols and appointment times, particularly with regard to session timing and insulin doses.

The sensory disorders clinic is designed for children with conditions and syndromes that affect the five senses, such as autism spectrum disorder, Al-Hassan said.

The event featured 18 participating entities…

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