DENTAL CARE FOR PEOPLE WITH SICKLE CELL DISEASE: EXPERIENCE REPORT OF THE TUTORIAL EDUCATION PROGRAM OF A UNIVERSITY IN THE INTERIOR OF BAHIA

Abstract

Introduction: Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) is an emerging public health problem. Considering this and the inadequacy of dental services offered to this population, the Tutorial Education Program (PET) of the Dentistry program at UEFS developed PET Clínica, a comprehensive care program for patients with special needs. This program partners with AFADFAL and the Municipal Support Program for People with Sickle Cell Disease for patient referrals. Objective: To report the experience of PET Odontologia UEFS regarding the oral health care offered to people with SCD. Experience report: Dental care at PET Clínica is based on humanization through welcoming and qualified listening, thus promoting comprehensive care for patients. This model begins in the waiting room, where topics relevant to public health are discussed. Patients are then invited to complete a qualified listening form developed by the group. Subsequently, clinical-dental care begins, where procedures across various specialties are performed. Outcome: In this sense, PET Clínica presents itself as an invaluable tool for providing care through prevention, curative, and rehabilitative practices.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56238/sevened2025.014-009