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Too Embarrassed to Go to the Dentist? Here’s How We Can Help

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If you’ve been avoiding the dentist because of embarrassment or fear, you are not alone. Contact us today to schedule an appointment. Whether it’s due to dental anxiety, past trauma, or feeling ashamed about the condition of your teeth, millions of people struggle with similar feelings. At The Dental Anesthesia Center in St. Louis, we …

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Updated: October 7, 2025

Why Sedation Dentistry Might Be Right for Your Next Cleaning

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Whether you’re an adult with dental anxiety, a caregiver for someone with special needs, or just looking for a more comfortable dental experience, we’re here for you. For many people in St. Louis, a routine dental cleaning can feel like anything but “routine.” Dental anxiety, sensory sensitivities, or past negative experiences can turn a simple …

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Updated: September 24, 2025

Teeth Too Sensitive for the Dentist? Sedation Dentistry Can Help

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We specialize in helping patients with dental anxiety, medical conditions, and extreme sensitivity—using safe and effective sedation dentistry. Do you dread dental visits because your teeth are just too sensitive? You’re not alone. For many patients, the simple act of opening their mouth for a cleaning or exam can trigger intense discomfort. Whether it’s the …

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Updated: September 3, 2025

5 Ways Sedation Dentistry Supports Children with Special Needs

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Here are 5 ways how sedation dentistry can help children with special needs feel calm, safe, and comfortable during dental visits. Contact us today to schedule. For many parents of children with special needs, a routine dental visit can feel anything but routine. Whether it’s due to sensory sensitivities, developmental delays, behavioral challenges, or medical …

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Updated: August 21, 2025

Too Embarrassed to See a Dentist? Here’s Why You Don’t Have to Be

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Whether it’s been a few years or a few decades since your last dental visit, we’re here to offer compassionate care without judgment. If you’ve been avoiding the dentist because you feel embarrassed, ashamed, or afraid of being judged, you are not alone. Millions of people struggle with these same feelings. At The Dental Anesthesia …

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Updated: August 21, 2025

Dental Sedation for People Who Haven’t Seen a Dentist in Years

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At The Dental Anesthesia Center, we specialize in helping patients return to care after long absences, no matter the reason. If it’s been years—maybe even decades—since your last dental visit, you’re not alone. Many people avoid the dentist because of anxiety, fear, or past negative experiences. Over time, that gap in care can lead to …

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Updated: August 12, 2025