Dental care model adapted to the needs of patients with intellectual disabilities

Beit Issie Shapiro (BIS) – a leading, innovation-driven NGO based in Ra'anana and Qalansuwa – promotes inclusion of persons with intellectual disabilities through therapeutic, educational, and assistive-technology programmes. In 2021 it launched a programme to improve dental care, enabling patients with intellectual disabilities to avoid general anaesthesia. As result, usage has declined from 45 percent to less than 5 percent of all treatments in their facility.

Solution:Dental Care for Persons with Intellectual Disabilities
Organization: Beit Issie Shapiro
Country of Implementation: Israel

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[Alt text: A young child sits in a dental chair, wearing a protective apron and holding a stuffed lion for comfort. The caring environment reflects inclusion and emotional support in healthcare, ensuring that all children feel safe and respected during treatment.]