St. Louis Sedation, Sleep & Special Needs Dentistry :: The Dental Anesthesia Center
From infant to highschooler, we understand that your child’s oral health varies by age. Here is a basic breakdown of dental care for your child by age. Raising children is hard and busy work! When a baby is small, parents know how easy it is to get caught up in the day-to-day routine of taking […]
Children with emotional disorders may respond favorably to a dental environment or procedure until they are afraid or feel like they are in a situation out of their control. If your child has an emotional disorder, you may be wondering what your options are regarding their dental treatment. At The Dental Anesthesia Center, our goal […]
Here are some things you can do to help your little ones avoid cavities and keep their teeth as healthy as always. The holidays are a great time to unwind, eat good food, and enjoy spending time with your family. The best and simplest way to bond with loved ones is to gather around the […]
The average kid will consume approximately 675 grams of sugar on Halloween day. That is the equivalent of eating 170 sugar cubes! Did you know that Americans purchase nearly 600 million pounds of candy each year for Halloween? During the week of Halloween, 90 million pounds of chocolate is sold, and almost 2 billion dollars […]
Our pediatric dental anesthesia specialists have advanced training that allows them to interact positively with children who have anxiety and special needs. Going to the dentist is an essential part of keeping your kid’s mouth healthy. However, it generally doesn’t rank high on the list of things your child, or you as a parent, want […]
Braces are an investment in your child’s future smile, so keeping their teeth clean and in good shape is essential. Brushing teeth with braces isn’t too different than brushing without braces. But maintaining clean teeth with braces is just a bit more time consuming and involves the help of some other tools. As a parent, […]
When a baby is breastfed, the breast milk provides essential nutrients they need to develop properly and thrive and this includes their jaw and teeth. Breastfeeding has proven to have countless benefits for both mother and baby. Most people are aware that breastfeeding protects against eczema and allergies, reduces the risk of certain infections and […]
At The Dental Anesthesia Center, children with special physical or mental needs can receive complete dental care in a comfortable setting. Every child needs to develop good oral hygiene and have routine dental care. However, for children with special needs, they are often at higher risk of developing gum disease and tooth decay, as well […]
If your child is already using mobile devices and you’re having trouble getting them to brush their teeth, test out some of these apps and find the right match for you! Kids nowadays are familiar with how to use a mobile device, but they still need help when it comes to some basic healthy habits, […]
They might already have all their permanent teeth or are waiting for only a few more to appear, but their jaw and facial structures are still growing and changing. Many parents are unsure about when it’s time to take their child to a general dentist instead of a pediatric one. Teenagers are already dealing with […]