LIT Smiles Becomes Second Dental Clinic in the United States to Become A Certified Autism Center™

The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) awards the Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) credential to LIT Smiles, recognizing the staff’s completion of an autism and sensory training and certification process in an effort to provide the best care to all of their patients, especially autistic and sensory-sensitive individuals. By earning this credential, LIT Smiles becomes the second dental clinic in the United States to become a CAC.  Continue Reading →

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Pacific Dental Services Foundation Dentists for Special Needs Office Becomes First Dental Practice in the U.S. to be Named a Certified Autism Center™

The Pacific Dental Services® (PDS) Foundation’s Dentists for Special Needs office in Phoenix, Ariz. has been designated as a Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES), making it the first dental office in the United States to earn this credential. To achieve CAC status, at least 80% of patient-facing staff completed specialized training on how to effectively understand, communicate with, and support autistic individuals during patient visits.

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