Dental care is not always a high priority and may not be given the attention it deserves by patients, caregivers and health care providers.
Caregivers may be overwhelmed with care needs and deemphasize oral care without realizing its importance to overall health.
Financial limitations may force patients to choose between systemic and oral health care and basic necessities.
Oral hygiene and dental care can be physically or behaviorally challenging for those with conditions such as Parkinson's, arthritis, autism, Down Syndrome, and many others.