Special Needs Patient Services

Adult Patients with Developmental Disabilities

Eastman Dental provides oral health care for developmentally disabled patients at the Monroe Community Hospital. Our staff is specially trained to work with children and adults who have special needs. Call 585-760-6051 for an appointment.

Pediatric Patients with Developmental Disabilities

The pediatric dentistry clinic at Eastman Dental provides oral health care for children with developmental disabilities. Call 585-275-5051 for an appointment.

Senior Citizens/Geriatric

Taking care of oral health needs is as important to seniors as it is to kids. Geriatric dental services are offered at Monroe Community Hospital. Call 585-760-6051 to make an appointment.

Causes for Concern in Geriatric Patients

Cavities/tooth decay
No matter how old you are, your natural teeth can still get cavities. Improper cleaning and gum disease leads to decay. In addition to brushing, using fluoride gel, mouth wash, and toothpaste will help protect your teeth from decay.
Gum disease
Infections that harm your gums and the bone that holds your teeth in place are called gum disease. The medical name is periodontal or gingival disease. If your gums are swollen and bleed easily, you may have gingivitis. If left untreated, gum disease will cause your teeth to loosen and fall out.
Dentures
As we age our mouth changes in shape, and dentures may need to be adjusted or replaced. Partial or full dentures require the same careful cleaning as your natural teeth.
Dental implants
Are small metal pieces that hold false teeth or partial dentures in place. Only a dentist can determine if you should have dental implants.
Dry mouth
Diseases and medical conditions (such as radiation therapy) can cause dry mouth which makes it difficult to eat, swallow, and speak. Eastman Institute for Oral Health is a leader in research on medications that improve saliva flow and reduce dry moth.
Oral cancer
People over 40 are at greater risk for oral cancer. Treatment is most effective with early detection. Even if you have no teeth of your own, a dentist should examine your mouth for oral cancer.

Call 585-760-6051 to make an appointment.

Dental Phobics

Dental phobics are people whose innate discomfort with the idea of visiting the dentist is so strong that it keeps them away – even when they are in great pain. Treatment ranges from establishing communication and trust between the patient and the dentist to the possible use of intravenous sedation or general anesthesia. Our experts in each specialty can help you decide what is best for you.

Cancer, Infectious Diseases, Organ Transplants

Special care is given to patients whose immune systems are compromised due to disease, cancer treatment, or transplants. We work closely with specialists in the treatment of these patients. Our faculty providers and residents are trained to care for patients who are medically compromised. Call 585-760-6051 to make an appointment.

Pre-Cardiac Surgery Dental Care

Patients with cardiovascular disease or those facing cardiac surgery are given special attention when it comes to receiving dental care because of the risk of infection and possible complications from medications. We work closely with specialists in the treatment of these patients. Our faculty providers and residents are trained to care for patients who are medically compromised. Call 585-760-6051 to make an appointment.

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