Special Smiles, Ltd

10/01/2025

Two new ways Special Smiles ❤️ Caregivers: (1) We reduced day of treatment wait times by 35%! (2) We invite you to enjoy free coffee and a snack in the building's cafe while your patient is in treatment! Learn more in our just-published fall newsletter:

Email from Special Smiles Ltd Check Out Fall Events for the Special Needs Community We do our best to make waiting pleasant for patients and caregivers by providing nature-themed private waiting rooms

09/24/2025

We only request documents or tests we need to properly prepare us to meet the needs of the patient. Although the focus is to provide comprehensive dental treatment, it is important to understand that general anesthesia has an effect on the entire body and our goal is to provide SAFE quality care under a strictly controlled environment. All consents must be signed by a legal guardian.

09/17/2025

In most cases, comprehensive oral rehabilitation is completed in one annual visit. A new patient will first be scheduled for an in-person consultation to review health history, to determine the need for general anesthesia, and to order the appropriate pre-operative tests.

For most returning patients, an updated health history and any needed tests are handled ahead of the annual visit without an in-person consultation.

Additional visits may be needed if the patient requires a significant amount of dentistry.

See all FAQs here: https://specialsmilesltd.com/faqs/

Have questions? Call us! 267-639-6250

09/10/2025

It's on Thursday, September 11 at noon: Our next TEETH TALK live webinar for caregivers. Register now at bit.ly/Teeth-Talk You will learn how to make toothbrushing less stressful and more successful for you and the person you care for who has intellectual or developmental disabilities. Our expert presenter will answer all of your questions.

08/27/2025

Comprehensive oral rehabilitation is the elimination of dental disease and the reconstruction of damaged teeth. Treatment includes a comprehensive oral examination, full mouth series of x-rays, cleaning, fluoride application, amalgam and composite restorations (fillings), limited endodontics, periodontal scaling and root planing, minor periodontal surgery, extractions (only if absolutely necessary) and many other services. See all FAQs: https://specialsmilesltd.com/faqs/

08/12/2025

Caregivers: Make toothbrushing less stressful and more successful for you and your loved one who has intellectual or developmental disabilities. Join one of our live webinars in September to get helpful guidance and answers to your questions. Register now at bit.ly/Teeth-Talk

07/30/2025

ENCORE POST: Our friends at Bancroft shining a light on why Special Smiles does the many things we do: It's all because we are dedicated to creating inclusive and accessible healthcare for people who have autism and other disabilities.

A BIG thank you to Special Smiles, Ltd for visiting our school and the Bancroft team that coordinated it! ❤️ Their amazing team provided essential dental care for our students in a way that felt comfortable and safe.

Here's why we loved having them:

- Quick and easy exams: 3-5 minute checkups right in the school chair! 🪑
- Stress-free environment: Disposable mirrors helped ease anxieties and allowed students to see their smiles.
- Specialized OR: They have their own operating room designed specifically for autistic individuals which eliminates the stress of hospital visits. ✅

Thank you, Special Smiles, for your dedication to creating inclusive and accessible healthcare!

07/24/2025

We are delighted to share this post from Ann Silverman Community Health Clinic.

04/23/2025

AFRAID of MEDICAID CUTS? So are we! People who have complex intellectual or developmental disabilities depend on Medicaid for healthcare, including dental care. To advocate for preserving Medicaid, our Director of Special Outreach Services (SOS), Saumya Ayyagari, met with U.S. Sen. John Fetterman as part of a coalition with The Arc of Pennsylvania. Send your own message to Senator Fetterman here: https://www.fetterman.senate.gov/contact/

04/15/2025

ONE WEEK FROM TODAY is your next opportunity to join a live video chat that will make toothbrushing less stressful and more successful for you and your loved one who has intellectual or developmental disabilities. Register now at

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Teeth Talk. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

04/07/2025

"Our daughter has profound autism and epilepsy ... a lot of medical issues ... a lot of behaviors ... and I have to say we were completely blown away by Special Smiles." View short video to learn why.

04/03/2025

TODAY AT 5:30 PM : Don't miss this chance to get specific advice that will change your daily toothbrushing experiences for the better! Get the link to join the live webinar here: bit.ly/Teeth_Talk_April_3