Hassuru Dentah oral care
Hassuru Denta oral care
Hassuru Denta is a new oral care support software aimed to reduce anxiety and fear for both dentists and patients by explaining treatments and instruments using illustrations and videos in accordance with the behavioral characteristics of people with developmental disorders who are prone to panic due to anxiety about treatment procedures and instruments. Digital picture cards explaining treatment procedures reduce anxiety and fear about dental treatment. It supports oral care undertaken by dentists and patients from the perspective of communication.
App Features
Hustle Dentor helps support dental care and oral hygiene, especially for individuals with developmental disabilities. Its key features include:
- Digital visual support using cards: Helps patients understand dental procedures using customizable picture cards.
- Step-by-step guidance: Reduces anxiety for patients by visually illustrating what to expect in a treatment session.
- Integration with tablets and digital devices: Patients can use familiar digital interfaces for a more engaging and personalized experience.
- Customizable treatment plans: Dentists and caregivers can arrange, edit, and store picture cards for different patients.
Developing Process
The development of Hustle Dentor was inspired by real-life experiences of treating individuals with autism and other developmental disorders. The process involved:
- Observing how patients with developmental disabilities experience challenges during dental treatments.
- Prototyping a system that digitized traditional picture cards therapists use in treatment.
- Incorporating expert feedback from specialists in pediatric dentistry and developmental disabilities.
- Developing a pilot version and testing it with dental clinics and support organizations.
- Securing funding from the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare to continue refining the system.
Challenges
- Limited market demand: Assistive tools for individuals with disabilities have a small market, making funding difficult.
- High development costs: Creating a fully functional and interactive support system required significant resources.
- Integration with existing dental practices: Dentists and caregivers needed training and adaptation to effectively use the system.
Technology Stack
- Figma
- Flutter
