Sedation dentistry is common for patients who are getting extensive treatments, meaning surgeries or other complex procedures, which lie outside of the realm of basic checkups and cleanings. When you go to the dentist for your routine dental cleaning, the last thing you expect to hear is that you need extensive dental treatment. Several factors …
You and your dentist will go over your health history, ensure that you are healthy enough to have general anesthesia, and make sure that it’s the right choice for your procedure. General anesthesia at the dentist is one way to deal with severe dental anxiety or safely receive major oral surgeries, such as removing impacted …
Based on the level of sedation needed and the risks associated with your health condition or the medication you use, your dentist will determine the right sedation method for you. Many dental patients require sedation dentistry for one reason or another but aren’t sure what type of sedation will be required in their particular case. …
Whatever your situation or concern, we work hard to make you feel at ease by providing exceptional patient care in a relaxed, convenient atmosphere. If you have difficulty getting numb for a dental procedure, you are not alone. We often encounter patients who have difficulty getting numb, and we are here to help. At our …
Nearly 75% of adults in the U.S experience some sort of fear with regards to visiting the dentist. Of these, as many as 10% have an intense enough fear to be considered a dental phobia. Many people have anxiety, even fear, over having dental work done. Something as routine as having their teeth cleaned can …
Modern and safe anesthesia techniques can allow you to have dental procedures done without the anxiety associated with dentistry. It is estimated that between 9% and 20% of Americans avoid going to the dentist due to anxiety or fear. So if you fear going to the dentist, you are definitely not alone. Sometimes the term …
