St. Louis Sedation, Sleep & Special Needs Dentistry :: The Dental Anesthesia Center
We are the Only Board Certified Dental Anesthesiologists in the State of Missouri, including the St. Louis Metro Area. When your young one is having a dental procedure done, you might be struggling with the choice of whether or not to sedate them. You want to prevent them from feeling any trauma and pain from […]
Patients with physical or mental disabilities who are unable to cooperate for dental treatment can benefit from sedation dentistry. Many people fear having a dental procedure. They often worry about the pain they might feel as well as their potential discomfort and vulnerability. These feelings can bring on overwhelming anxiety. There are Different Types of […]
Our sedation dentists understand their needs and provide a friendly, relaxing environment for their treatment. Most people have a dental complaint at some point in time. Those with special needs too may need dental treatment at some point in life. In fact, they can even be more vulnerable to dental problems if they are taking […]
We specialize in dentistry for patients with physical, medical, developmental, and cognitive conditions that limit their ability to receive proper care. Approximately 20% of the population in the U.S. have some disability that affects their daily lives. For more than half of these individuals, their disability level is considered severe. From children to older ones, […]
We understand the unique challenges for patients with special needs, and we strive to make each child feel comfortable, safe, and welcome. Every child deserves to have a happy and healthy smile! At The Dental Anesthesia Center, we value every patient who walks through our doors, from toddlers to teens. Children with special needs often […]
When it comes to maintaining good oral health for your child, you are not alone. We are here to help! Mental health affects the health of the entire body, including oral health. Children with mental health disorders are more likely to suffer from oral health conditions such as cavities and gum disease. Oral health affects […]
At The Dental Anesthesia Center, we are a haven for all our patients, especially those needing extra attention and care. It’s common for many patients to feel threatened when going to the dentist. Many people struggle to sit through a single visit. This is especially true for patients with Asperger’s Syndrome. They are generally unable […]
For a child with autism, sedation dentistry may be the only way he or she can have their needed dental treatments. Oral care for children with autism is not much different from that of other children. However, children with autism often have a difficult time communicating, which can make cooperation when visiting the dentist challenging. […]
With perseverance, patience, and determination, many of the challenges associated with intellectual disabilities can be overcome when it comes to oral health. Providing oral care to children or adults with intellectual disabilities requires adaptation of your everyday skills. Intellectual disability is a disorder of mental and adaptive functioning; it is not a disease or a […]
Each of our patients come to us with their own unique dental story. We listen. It enables us the ability to provide everything it takes for each of them to have a “wow” experience. Our reward is the gratitude expressed by our patients. Today Cooper’s mom shared his unique “story”. Meet our “gentle giant” Cooper. […]