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When My Special Needs Child Needs Dental Care

November 21, 2022 by DAC

Special Needs Child Dentist

If your child has special needs due to a developmental disability, behavioral issues, or physical limitation, The Dental Anesthesia Center can help. Your child may need extra care, time, and support when visiting the dentist or special accommodations for their wheelchair. Whatever their special needs, we can provide dental care while adapting to your child’s […]

Updated: December 4, 2022

Filed Under: Autism, Blog, Pediatric Dentistry Tagged With: pediatric dentist, special needs

Is Dental Sedation Safe for Your Child?

October 7, 2022 by DAC

little girl in the dentists chair

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 […]

Updated: November 2, 2022

Filed Under: Autism, Blog, Pediatric Dentistry Tagged With: anesthesia, special needs

Who Can Benefit from Sedation Dentistry?

September 19, 2022 by DAC

Sedation Dentist St Louis

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 […]

Updated: September 30, 2022

Filed Under: Autism, Blog Tagged With: oral sedation, special needs

Dental Treatment for Patients with Special Needs

April 4, 2022 by DAC

St. Louis Special Needs Dentist

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 […]

Updated: May 19, 2022

Filed Under: Autism, Blog Tagged With: special needs

Overcoming Challenging Dental Visits for Patients with Special Needs

February 2, 2022 by DAC

Special Needs Dentist in St. Louis

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, […]

Updated: February 11, 2022

Filed Under: Autism, Blog Tagged With: special needs

How We Provide Special Care Dentistry to Children with Special Needs

April 22, 2021 by DAC

Special Needs Dentist St. Louis

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 […]

Updated: September 28, 2022

Filed Under: Autism, Blog Tagged With: special needs

How Childrens’ Mental Health Disorders Affect Their Oral Health

April 12, 2021 by DAC

Special Needs Dentist in St. Louis

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 […]

Updated: February 2, 2022

Filed Under: Autism, Blog Tagged With: special needs

Dental Treatment for Patients with Asperger’s Syndrome

February 22, 2021 by DAC

Dentist for Asperger's Syndrome

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 […]

Updated: February 2, 2022

Filed Under: Autism, Blog Tagged With: AS, Asperger's Syndrome, Autism

Helping Children with Autism Get the Best Dental Care

August 31, 2020 by DAC

Dental Care for Patients with Autism

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. […]

Updated: February 2, 2022

Filed Under: Autism, Blog Tagged With: Autism

Oral Care for Patients with Intellectual Disability

June 4, 2020 by DAC

Dentist for Child with Mental Disabilities

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 […]

Updated: September 28, 2022

Filed Under: Autism, Blog Tagged With: special needs

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