Sedation dentistry can help overcome dental anxiety, reduce stress, and provide a pain-free dental experience. Schedule an appointment today.
Dental anxiety is a common issue affecting millions of people worldwide. For many, fear of dental procedures leads to delayed care and worsening oral health. Sedation dentistry offers a solution, allowing patients to undergo necessary treatments in a calm and relaxed state. At The Dental Anesthesia Center, we specialize in helping patients overcome dental anxiety through safe and effective sedation methods.
At The Dental Anesthesia Center, we provide customized sedation options to ensure a comfortable experience. Contact us today to learn more or schedule an appointment.
Our adult daughter has cerebral palsy and requires being fully sedated when having anything done. The DAC was such a positive experience. Dr Hoffmann and his staff were kind and did great explaining things. As a mom, I had a lot of questions about how certain things would be done as usually she’s in her chair when getting examined at her local dentist and they had everything under control including transferring from her chair to the dentist chair and keeping her secured in the dentist chair as well as keeping her neck and legs comfortable. Many thanks to them!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your kind words. We’re grateful for your trust and happy to hear that you had such a positive experience with our team. Our goal is always to provide compassionate, attentive care in a safe and comfortable environment. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.
TWENTY YEARS! That is how long our special needs son has been seeing Dr Hoffman and his dedicated team! Our son suffers from an intellectual disability, is non-verbal, and is unable to cooperate for dental cleaning, x-rays, or other routine dental work. He requires general anesthesia. It is such a blessing to avoid a hospital setting just for dental work.
The team is always well staffed, friendly, personable and very professional. Every single year we have been supported by a deeply caring team who are dedicated to patients with a very wide range of disabilities and needs. They have shared useful dental advice and tools (3 sided toothbrushes, blocks to hold open their mouth for daily at-home care, etc.) which improved our son’s daily dental care. We always receive a call back the day after to check his recovery-even on weekends!
Highly recommended and so appreciative to have this team supporting our ever long road of raising a special needs son.
Response from the owner:Wow — thank you for sharing such a heartfelt review! We are so grateful for your trust and for allowing our team to be part of your family’s journey over the years. It means so much to us to know that our care and support have made a difference. We truly appreciate your kind words and recommendation!
We've been coming to Dr.Hoffman for twenty years. There's a reason we keep coming back! He's great. His staff is great. He's double boarded as an MD (Anesthesia) and DDS!!! Our son with special needs needs sedation for even a cleaning. You get what you pay for. He's expensive and... we know he's getting the best care!
Response from the owner:Thank you for trusting our team over the years and for your kind words about Dr. Hoffmann and our staff. We truly value your confidence in the care we provide!
Searching for a new dental clinic is challenging for someone who has dental anxiety, fear, and traumatic experiences in a dental chair. The staff and doctors at the Dental Anesthesia Center were immediately very welcoming. Dr. Thoms put together a very detailed plan to repair and replace the previous work that I had in the past that was now causing problems. Putting my faith in him was the best thing that I could have done for my situation. I am more than completely satisfied with all of the extensive dental work that I’ve had with Dr.Thoms. I had my fourth sleep dentistry experience yesterday and I’m very happy with my results. I highly recommend this practice and truly want to give them more than five stars! Thank you for giving me back my health and confidence.
Response from the owner:We know it isn’t always easy to find a dental office where you feel at ease, so your words mean the world to us. We’re so glad you feel comfortable with our team and truly appreciate your trust and recommendation!
Dental anxiety refers to feelings of fear, nervousness, or stress related to dental visits. This anxiety can range from mild discomfort to severe phobia, often resulting in avoidance of dental care. [American Dental Association]
The Impact of Dental Anxiety on Oral Health
Avoiding dental visits due to anxiety can lead to serious oral health issues, including cavities, gum disease, and tooth loss. Regular dental care is essential for maintaining oral health, making it crucial to address dental anxiety effectively. [Cleveland Clinic]
What is Sedation Dentistry?
Sedation dentistry uses medication to help patients relax during dental procedures. It ranges from minimal sedation (awake but relaxed) to general anesthesia (completely unconscious). [Mayo Clinic]
How Sedation Dentistry Helps Reduce Anxiety
Promotes Relaxation: Sedation helps calm nerves and reduce stress.
Pain-Free Experience: Sedation minimizes discomfort during procedures.
Faster Procedures: Dentists can complete more work in fewer visits.
Memory Loss: Patients often have little to no memory of the procedure, reducing fear of future visits. [WebMD]
Types of Sedation Used for Dental Anxiety
Nitrous Oxide: Mild sedation inhaled through a mask.
Benefits of Sedation Dentistry for Anxious Patients
Reduces fear and anxiety
Provides a pain-free experience
Allows for multiple procedures in one visit
Encourages regular dental visits and better oral health [Healthline]
Is Sedation Dentistry Safe?
When performed by trained professionals, sedation dentistry is safe and effective. At The Dental Anesthesia Center, our experienced team ensures patient safety through continuous monitoring. [Mayo Clinic]
Sedation dentistry offers a pathway to stress-free dental care for patients with anxiety. At The Dental Anesthesia Center in St. Louis, we provide customized sedation options to ensure a comfortable experience. Contact us today to learn more or schedule an appointment.
