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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 concerns. In addition, medical or behavioral issues may result in dental care often taking a back seat. If you’re …
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 dental work. In fact, many ignore problems and live …
Instilling good oral habits in your child when they are young will foster good dental health for life! Going to the dentist can be a terrifying thing for a child. However, if you instill good oral habits early on with your young one, you can avoid bad experiences at the dentist, fostering good dental health …
If you suffer from tooth sensitivity, you’re not alone. Nearly 40 million Americans experience tooth sensitivity at some point or another. Did you take a bite of ice cream and were suddenly wracked with tooth pain? If you’ve ever experienced tooth sensitivity, you’re well aware of the symptoms. Some people experience this occasionally and others …
Various oral sedatives have established efficacy and safety for managing fear and dental anxiety. Anxiety and fear of going to the dentist persist despite the modern advances in dentistry. Fortunately, oral sedatives in sedation dentistry have established efficacy and safety for managing dental anxiety. Oral sedatives can keep the patient awake while still having the …
SDF is beneficial for small children, special needs patients, and the elderly. This is because there are no drills or needles needed for this treatment. Tooth decay is considered an infectious disease. In fact, cavities are one of the most common chronic diseases that affect all ages. It’s estimated that more than 80% of Americans …