Introduction
The project is based on the nekinos concept. In collaboration with CURAVIVA Switzerland (Industry association of institutions for people in need of support) and the University Center for Dentistry Basel (UZB) A communication solution for children with disabilities is now to be developed on the subject of dentistry.
The problem
Children with disabilities are often more prone to tooth decay and inflammation in the mouth. This also has a negative effect on other organs and overall health. Parents and caregivers are inadequately supported in their tasks. The care and the treatments are associated with stress and effort for everyone involved. Adequate education and aids for prevention are insufficiently developed or unknown. Children with a disability have a special need for support and require appropriate methods. Currently there are only a few specialized professionals and aids that can do this job justice.
Our solution is a web-based knowledge and communication platform
It forms the central theme for all phases before, during and after the treatment.
- Coordinated tools and processes simplify and improve communication and the situation for everyone involved.
- The depth of information and the presentation of the content are tailored to the respective user groups.
- The web platform can be used on desktop, tablet and mobile.
- The content is prepared interactively (audio, moving images, interaction).
- Didactic and explanatory material (articles, checklists, games, handicraft material, etc.) are available as downloads.
- Figures and elements can be used at home and in the practice / clinic. As a connecting element, they provide security and promote trust.
Benefits and goals
Our communication solution is intended to significantly simplify the interaction between all those involved. The primary focus is on an aid for children with disabilities. However, it should be usable for all children and their parents / accompanying persons as well as treating specialists.
Our product should contribute to this
- To develop an awareness of the relationships between nutrition, dental health and general health in the children and their caregivers.
- To give the children the opportunity to be involved in all phases of treatment, to understand them and to participate.
- To develop a common, technically sound knowledge base that is publicly accessible.
- To plan processes better and to carry them out in a targeted manner so that time resources can be used appropriately.
Benefit of the solution for the stakeholders
Children with disabilities
- Positive occupation Dental Hygiene and Dental Office
- Understand the purpose of prophylaxis
- Reduce the need for renovation and treat it in good time
- Pleasant sensations when visiting
- To be included and heard.
- Understand dental health processes
Caregivers (parents, living group)
- Support dental hygiene / care
- Understand processes related to dental health / medicine
- Promote the child’s right to dental health
- Appropriate preparation of the child for the visit to the dentist
- Communicate at eye level with children and dentists
Dental practices and clinics
- Communicate on an equal footing with children and companions
- Make your visit to the dentist pleasant and successful
- Take into account the situation, skills and needs of children with a disability
- Appropriate preparation and implementation of the dentist’s visit