Avoiding the dentist is a reality with Cindi Green and Megan Gallant

Sensory Friendly Dentistry

In this episode of the Sensory Friendly Dentistry Audio Conference join Sensory Friendly Solutions Founder Christel Seeberger, and guest hosts Stephanie London and Chelsea Bloom, occupational therapy students, as they take engage in an insightful conversation with two special guests, Cindi Green and Megan Gallant.
Hear from Cindi Green, Executive Director of Autism Resources Miramichi, and parent Megan Gallant as they share insights about the simple steps that make the sensory experience of dental care a match for each patient and would empower parents to make oral hygiene possible.
Episode Guide:
0:00 - Welcome & Host Introductions
0:20 - Welcome Cindi Green and Megan Gallant
0:43 - Cindi Green - executive director at Autism Resources Miramichi
1:56 - Megan Gallant - Mother of four children
2:40 - Cindi discusses dentistry and the challenges for children with autism
4:20 - Barriers to the oral health care
5:47 - Megan shares her experiences with bringing her children to the the dentist
6:55 - The Impact of COVID-19
7:37 - Oral care at home
9:45 - Resources provided by Autism Resources Miramichi
12:51 - Megan shares what her daughters need to be set up for success
15:39 - Education & Awareness for staff
16:20 - Common misconceptions
20:00 - Megan discusses her children's sensitivities
21:00 - Cindi shares her own experiences at the dentist
24:28 - Megan's tips for other parents
27:08 - The social story
30:37 - Supporting siblings at the dentist
34:00 - Creating a trusting relationship
36:40 - Megan's hope for the future of sensory-friendly dentistry.
37:22 - Cindi's take-home message for listeners
39:16 Thank you, Megan & Cindi!
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