St. Louis Sedation, Sleep & Special Needs Dentistry :: The Dental Anesthesia Center
If you or your loved one suffers from a severe gag reflex, we provide several safe and effective sedation dentistry methods for all of your dental care needs. The gag reflex is your body’s natural defense mechanism to prevent foreign objects from entering your airway. However, some people have very sensitive gag reflexes. It may […]
Sedation dentistry is a safe and effective way for many patients to receive dental treatment. We will answer any questions you have about your upcoming procedure. We understand that you likely have many questions about sedation dentistry before receiving your treatment. If you are considering sedation dentistry or have an upcoming appointment scheduled, we will […]
If you have had a bad dental experience in the past, it doesn’t mean it has to be repeated. We can help! Many patients tell us that they had a bad or painful dental experience in the past. It’s sad when we hear this because it shouldn’t be like that. If you have had a […]
To determine if you can benefit from sedation dentistry, talk to your dentist about why you want to try it and what kind of sedation would be best for you. Dental health is known to impact your overall health, which is why it’s so important to keep good oral hygiene and be seen regularly by […]
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 […]
