# 546 Meeting the Oral Health Needs of Patients With Special Needs

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Podcast: [A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/a-tale-of-two-hygienists-podcast-466582)
Published: 2026-07-08T18:08:15+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists, Jessica and Dave welcome Candi Kidd, RDH, BSDH, MEd, to discuss the unique challenges patients with special healthcare needs face when accessing oral healthcare. From medically complex and tube-fed patients to collaborating with caregivers and healthcare teams, Candi shares practical strategies for creating more inclusive, compassionate, and effective dental experiences. This conversation challenges clinicians to rethink accessibility, advocacy, and the future of patient-centered care. In this episode, we discuss: Common barriers to oral healthcare for patients with special healthcare needs Oral health considerations for medically complex and tube-fed patients Collaborating with caregivers and interdisciplinary healthcare teams Adapting preventive, therapeutic, and educational approaches Creating more inclusive and compassionate dental experiences The role of advocacy in improving access to care Practical strategies clinicians can implement immediately Where dental education and healthcare systems can continue to improve Connect with Candi Kidd: Email: candicea31@gmail.com Instagram: @the.sunnysister Connect with the Hosts: Jessica Atkinson: jatkinson@endeavorb2b.com Dave Torres: dtorres@endeavorb2b.com

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