Dental Treatment for Patients with Special Needs

Our sedation dentists understand their needs and provide a friendly, relaxing environment for their treatment.

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The Dental Anesthesia Center: Sedation and Sleep Dentistry

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Whitney S.

I cannot say enough wonderful things about The Dental Anesthesia Center and Dr. Thoms. My 7-year-old, who has autism, recently had dental work done here and the experience exceeded expectations. The staff was incredibly kind, patient, and understanding of his needs. They took the time to make him and us feel comfortable, never rushed, and explained everything. I am so grateful for this office and the team that made my son's dental care possible. I would recommend The Dental Anesthesia Center and Dr Thoms to any parent, especially those with children who have special needs. They truly go above and beyond. ❤️

Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your thoughtful review and kind words! We’re truly grateful for your trust in our team and Dr. Thoms. Knowing your visit was a positive and comfortable experience means the world to us — it’s exactly what we strive for with every patient and family. 💙

Joy H.

Very patient with elderly patients. Very good experience.

Response from the owner:Thank you for sharing your feedback! We’re pleased to know the visit was a positive experience.

Carla B.

My son has been a patient of Dr Michael Hoffman since he was 5 years old. He is now 21 years old. My son has diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder and therefore I am cautious of who I select as a treatment provider. Dr. Hoffman’s office is professional, kind and I know they have his best interest at heart. I highly recommend Dr. Hoffman and staff to anyone seeking dental care.

Response from the owner:Thank you for your kind words and recommendation! We truly appreciate your trust in our team over the years.

Paul

Super experience. Gentle and empathetic. All round care is great. Staff are wonderful.

Response from the owner:Thank you for your kind review! We’re so glad you had a great experience with our team.

Nancy S.

We are forever grateful for Dr Hoffman and his wonderful staff for having the vision of how to get necessary dental work done for patients who are dealing with autism and cannot tolerate it without dental anesthesia. We have been taking our adult daughter there once a year for the last four years. Thanks to Dr Hoffman’s vast knowledge and expertise, our daughter has been able to get wisdom teeth removed, cavities filled, teeth cleaned and detailed X-rays to know exactly what needed done. The Dental Anesthesia Center is a great service to the community. Thank you so much for helping us.

Response from the owner:hank you so much for your thoughtful review and kind words about our team! We truly appreciate your trust in us and are honored to provide care in a way that helps make dental treatment more comfortable and accessible for all patients. Your feedback means a great deal to our entire staff.

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 medication. People with Parkinson’s disease, Autism, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Alzheimer’s disease, or those who are medically or mentally challenged may not find it very comfortable to undergo dental treatment.

It is estimated that almost 13 million children suffer from a chronic disability. Nearly 20% of the population has some special need which restricts them from receiving proper dental care.

Dental diseases are generally preventable to some extent. They are not like the other health problems that especially challenged people face. Therefore, it is essential to provide them with excellent dental care in the most convenient way. Our sedation dentists understand their needs and offer a friendly, relaxing environment for their treatment. We make an effort to ensure that people with special needs also have healthy teeth and gums like everyone else.

Sedation Dentistry – An Easy Way Out

Most people do not like the idea of visiting a dentist. Patients with special needs may find it to be even more difficult. They may be very sensitive to new surroundings and may not like any changes in their daily routine.

Sedation dentistry can be beneficial for them. It can help them to undergo the treatment without anxiety and pain.

The person taking care of them can tell them that the sedation dentist is there to relieve them from their dental troubles. The dentist can schedule the treatment to be performed when the patient is most calm. Moreover, a person can stay with the patient in the room when the dental treatment is done.

Types Of Sedation

The sleep dentist may administer different levels of sedation to the patients on the basis of their needs.

• He may decide to use oral sedation for the special needs patient who is nervous when they come for a dental check-up and treatment. This will help relax and calm them.
• The sedation dentist may prefer to use conscious sedation for patients with special needs who become restless during the dental treatment. He will administer this through IV.
• If the patient needs to undergo extensive treatment, the dentist may choose to use general anesthesia. This will have a deeper impact and make the patient more relaxed.

St. Louis Special Needs Dentistry

At The Dental Anesthesia Center we are here to help you and your loved one. The reasons that keep a person away from the dentist are personal and unique to each individual. We are a full-service dental practice providing care to various patients for all of their dental needs and desires. Call us today to schedule your initial appointment at (314) 862-7844. We look forward to meeting you!

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