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 … [Read more...] about How We Provide Special Care Dentistry to Children with Special Needs
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How Childrens’ Mental Health Disorders Affect Their Oral Health
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 … [Read more...] about How Childrens’ Mental Health Disorders Affect Their Oral Health
Dental Treatment for Patients with 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 … [Read more...] about Dental Treatment for Patients with Asperger’s Syndrome
Helping Children with Autism Get the Best Dental Care
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 … [Read more...] about Helping Children with Autism Get the Best Dental Care
Oral Care for Patients with Intellectual Disability
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 … [Read more...] about Oral Care for Patients with Intellectual Disability
“Dr. Hoffmann and the Entire Team Are ALWAYS So Kind, Gentle, Caring and Understanding”
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 … [Read more...] about “Dr. Hoffmann and the Entire Team Are ALWAYS So Kind, Gentle, Caring and Understanding”
Dental Anesthesia for Patients with Special Needs
Sleep dentistry provides a safe and effective way for special needs patients to receive the dental treatment they need. A special needs patient may require a special needs dentist. Patients who suffer from paralysis, stroke, Down Syndrome, … [Read more...] about Dental Anesthesia for Patients with Special Needs
Will You Benefit from Sedation Dentistry?
Patients with physical or mental disabilities who are unable to cooperate for dental treatment are able to benefit from sedation dentistry. Many people fear to have a dental procedure. They often worry about the pain they might feel as well as … [Read more...] about Will You Benefit from Sedation Dentistry?
Is Dental Sedation Right for Your Child?
We are the Only Board Certified Dental Anesthesiologists in the State of Missouri, including the St. Louis Metro Area. When your youngster is having a dental procedure done, you might be struggling with the choice of whether or not to sedate them. … [Read more...] about Is Dental Sedation Right for Your Child?
Dental Treatment for Patients with Special Needs
Our sedation dentists understand their needs and provide the most congenial environment for their treatment. Everyone has a dental complaint at some point in time. People with special needs too may need dental treatment at some point in life. … [Read more...] about Dental Treatment for Patients with Special Needs