There are a number of barriers to oral healthcare for people with learning disabilities that
need to be overcome if their oral health needs are to be fully met (Alborz et al., 2004, Scully
et al., 2007). Scully et al have categorised these as:
- Barriers with reference to the individual
- Barriers with reference to the dental profession
- Barriers with reference to society
- Barriers with reference to government.
(Scully et al., 2007)
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