The Dental Anesthesia Center Blog. St. Louis Sleep, Sedation, Pediatric & Special Needs Dentist Office.
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 …
Like the check engine light that comes on when there is a problem with your car, swollen gums indicate something is wrong. Our gums play an important role in our oral health. Like the check engine light that comes on when there is a problem with your car, swollen gums indicate several different dental health …
If your child experiences anxiety or is unable to cooperate for needed dental work, they can benefit from sedation dentistry. Dental procedures can cause anxiety for many adults and can be even more so for children. Having dental work can make children very anxious. The decision to use sedation is an important one and one …
Sedation dentistry is a therapeutic medical procedure where dentists administer different sedative levels to help their patients relax. Do you suffer from dental fear or anxiety? Or maybe you can’t stand dental clinic sounds? If so, you’re not alone; there are thousands of people like you. Lucky for you, sedation dentistry exists. Please keep reading …
Saying that you have good oral hygiene habits doesn’t necessarily mean the same thing to a dentist. Make sure that your “good” oral hygiene routine also meets your dentist’s standards. It’s not uncommon for a patient to be shocked when their dentist tells them they have a cavity. It’s frustrating because not only do they …
There are a number of health issues associated with untreated gum disease. Schedule an appointment to treat any symptoms. Periodontal disease, also known as gum disease, is a prevalent problem for nearly 50% of adults aged 30 years and older. Over the age of 65, gum disease increases as much as 70%. Therefore, gum disease …