St. Louis Sedation, Sleep & Special Needs Dentistry :: The Dental Anesthesia Center
The following tips can help prevent stains and brighten your smile while enjoying all your favorite holiday treats! Most of us look forward to the holiday and winter seasons, especially the delicious food and beverages that come with them. Coffee … [Read more...] about How to Keep Your Teeth White This Holiday Season
Dental implants are an excellent option for long-term tooth replacement. They look like natural teeth, and they only require a regular dental care routine. Here are some things you can expect after your dental implant surgery. If you need a … [Read more...] about Dental Implants – What to Expect After Implant Surgery
If you suffer from dental anxiety or have special needs, sedation dentistry is one way to have a much more pleasant experience at the dentist. Many people experience dental anxiety. There are several reasons why a person may feel this way. It is … [Read more...] about How Sedation Dentistry Can Help Change Your Experience
You're likely aware of how smoking cigarettes affects your lungs, but the effects of smoking begin with your teeth and gums. According to the CDC, 13% of the American population smokes cigarettes. For decades the Surgeon General has warned people … [Read more...] about How Smoking Affects Your Teeth and Gums
Here's how you can protect your teeth from genetic dental health issues. Have your parents or grandparents lost their teeth early due to tooth decay? Are you young and frequently get cavities? Are you worried about genetic links to decay or other … [Read more...] about Is Genetics to Blame for Oral Health Issues?
Wisdom teeth removal is very common. So if your dentist has recommended removing them, what can you expect from your recovery? Wisdom teeth begin to emerge typically between the ages of 17 and 21. Most people don't have enough room in their jaw to … [Read more...] about Recovering from Wisdom Teeth Removal – What to Expect
Baby teeth aren't just temporary. They create the permanence of how your child's dental health will be in the future. Baby teeth are super exciting for first-time parents. Once the hardships of getting them to break through and the teething phase … [Read more...] about Why Are Baby Teeth Important?
At The Dental Anesthesia Center, we can help you understand some of the dental problems that people with dementia face at different stages and provide methods for treatment and prevention. If you are a caregiver to someone with dementia, we … [Read more...] about Dental Care Tips for Patients with Dementia
Children with special needs often have unique oral health issues and have a greater risk for oral health problems. Oral sensitivity, symptoms of their condition, certain medications, difficulty eating, and diet can all contribute to dental … [Read more...] about Common Dental Concerns for Children with Special Needs
Does the thought of having dental work make you tense with fear? Would you rather experience the pain from a cavity than step foot inside a dentist’s office? You are not alone! Many people have a mild to severe phobia about going to the dentist for … [Read more...] about Tips for Relaxing in the Dentist Chair If Sedation Dentistry Isn’t an Option