- 1060 Maiden Choice Ln Arbutus, Maryland 21229
- Tues, Wed, Thurs: 8:30 - 5:00 pm | Fri: 8:30 - 2:30 pm
- (410) 204-4444
Special needs dentistry provides comprehensive dental care tailored to children with physical, developmental, cognitive, or behavioral conditions that require specialized approaches. At Candy Care Pediatric Dental in Arbutus, Dr. Gupta has extensive training and experience treating children with diverse needs.
Dr. Gupta completed her pediatric dentistry residency at Nova Southeastern University, where she trained at the renowned Mailman Segal Center—a leading clinic for children with autism. This specialized training gave her deep expertise in managing sensory sensitivities, communication differences, and behavioral challenges that children with special needs often face during dental visits.
Every child deserves excellent dental care. Our practice is designed to accommodate children who need extra time, modified approaches, visual supports, desensitization visits, or other adaptations. We partner with families to create positive dental experiences tailored to each child’s unique needs.
Dr. Garima Gupta provides compassionate, autism-trained care in a sensory-friendly Sweet Escape environment. We specialize in treating children with autism, sensory processing disorders, developmental disabilities, and medical complexities.
Autism-Trained Provider: Dr. Gupta’s training at Mailman Segal Center provides expertise in treating children with autism spectrum disorder and related conditions.
Sensory-Friendly Environment: Our Sweet Escape design minimizes sensory triggers. We offer noise-canceling headphones, fidget tools, gentle lighting, and calming spaces.
Individualized Approaches: We customize treatment plans, appointment lengths, and communication styles for each child’s specific needs and preferences.
Patient, Understanding Team: Our staff understands that some children need extra time or multiple visits to feel comfortable. We never rush and always prioritize your child’s emotional wellbeing.
Visual Supports Available: For children who benefit from visual communication, we use social stories, picture schedules, and visual supports to explain procedures.
Desensitization Visits: We offer ‘happy visits’ where children explore the office, meet staff, and gradually become comfortable before any treatment occurs.
Sedation Options: For children who cannot tolerate treatment despite accommodations, we offer nitrous oxide and have hospital privileges for general anesthesia cases.
Absolutely. We customize the environment and our approach for each child. Tell us what helps your child feel comfortable and we’ll make it happen.
Yes! Parents are always welcome in the treatment room. Your presence often helps children feel secure.
We offer nitrous oxide sedation for anxious children. For more complex cases, Dr. Gupta has hospital privileges and can provide care under general anesthesia.
Yes, we can provide social stories, picture schedules, and visual explanations for children who benefit from visual communication.
We schedule extra time for children with special needs—typically 45-60 minutes. We never rush your child.
Dr. Gupta’s autism training and patient approach make Candy Care Pediatric Dental the right choice for children with special needs in Arbutus.
