Fear, changes in routine and dental care for children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder in the COVID-19 pandemic: A survey with Brazilian parents.

Aims: This study aimed to report the perception of parents of children/adolescents with autism regarding the parents' fear of the pandemic by COVID-19. Also, to report children's fear about the use of individual protective equipment (IPE) in dental appointments, and the impact on the daily routine during the pandemic.

Methods And Results: A cross-sectional study through an open online survey was addressed to parents of children/adolescents autistic, aged between 3 and 18 years.