Learning Objectives

By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

1. Understand the principles of sensory processing and their impact on dental behaviour

2. Identify signs of sensory overload, anxiety, and dysregulation in dental patients

3. Apply sensory-based behaviour management strategies for pediatric and neurodiverse patients

4. Design and adapt a sensory-supportive dental environment within a routine clinical setup

5. Modify communication techniques to improve cooperation and emotional regulation

6. Reduce dependence on restraint and pharmacological behaviour management methods

7. Implement step-by-step, practical protocols for managing challenging behaviours chairside

8. Enhance patient comfort, parental trust, and overall clinical efficiency through sensory dentistry

Focused on transforming behaviour management from control-based to environment-driven care.