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How the Right Dental Sedation Team Can Make All the Difference

August 14, 2019 by DAC

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Make sure your dental sedation team has not only the qualifications but also the empathy and understanding needed to help you relax. Whether you are afraid of the dentist or have to undergo lengthy treatment, sedation isn’t always an easy decision. You have to ensure that your dental sedation team has not only the qualifications […]

Updated: August 27, 2019

Filed Under: Blog, Sedation Dentistry Tagged With: dental anxiety, sedation dentist

Treating Gum Disease with Dental Sedation

May 27, 2019 by DAC

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Dental sedation can be an excellent option for those with dental anxiety who have gum disease. Oral health is linked to the general health of the body, influencing other big systems, like the cardiovascular, digestive or skeletal systems. Keeping your gums and teeth healthy and clean goes far beyond a pleasant appearance, as it directly […]

Updated: November 21, 2022

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: dental anxiety, gum disease

Do Cavity Fillings Make You Anxious? Sedation Might Be the Solution!

May 23, 2019 by DAC

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Talk about your fears with your St. Louis sedation dentist. Don’t hesitate to let them know if certain dental procedures make you nervous. Many people believe that only anxious people can ask for sedation dentistry or those who need extensive, complex surgery. Not everyone considers the possibility of being administered sedatives for getting a cavity […]

Updated: September 28, 2022

Filed Under: Blog, Sedation Dentistry Tagged With: cavities, dental anxiety, sedation dentistry

4 Mistakes To Avoid Making Before Dental Work

April 17, 2019 by DAC

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The following are some of the most common mistakes patients make before getting dental work. Many people get a lot of things wrong about dentistry. Some avoid going to the dentist because they are afraid of pain. Sure, some procedures might be uncomfortable, but we have the means to ease your pain and help you […]

Updated: February 2, 2022

Filed Under: Blog, General Dentistry Tagged With: dental anxiety

What is the Best Age to Get Braces?

January 29, 2019 by DAC

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How do you determine what is the best age for your child to get braces? Asking your child’s dentist is a good place to start. If you think back to when you were a kid, you likely remember other kids getting braces in junior high or high school. However, over the years practices have changed. […]

Updated: September 10, 2019

Filed Under: Blog, Pediatric Dentistry Tagged With: braces, dental anxiety

5 Ways to Help Your Child Feel Relaxed at the Dentist

January 22, 2019 by DAC

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Does your child experience anxiety or misbehave at the dentist’s office? If so, the following tips can help! Though many children react positively to dentists and other medical providers, some have issues with going to appointments. The most common results are anxiety, rebellion, and generally misbehaving. This behavior can be incredibly frustrating for parents. Fortunately, […]

Filed Under: Blog, Pediatric Dentistry Tagged With: dental anxiety, pediatric dentist

Why Putting Off Going to the Dentist Will Cost You in the Long Run

December 13, 2018 by DAC

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Those with dental anxiety and similar issues often choose to not go to the dentist at all. Though they usually know that getting oral care is a smart idea, they decide to stay away. What frequently happens next is those people developing severe dental issues that require more cost and attention than regular maintenance would […]

Updated: February 13, 2019

Filed Under: Blog, General Dentistry, Sedation Dentistry Tagged With: dental anxiety, sedation dentist

Why Sedation Might Cure Your Dental Anxiety Completely

November 14, 2018 by DAC

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Our sedation dentists can help you get your needed oral health treatment, no matter how much anxiety you have. Do you ever feel anxious when you think about going to the dentist? If so, you’re not alone, and if not, you likely know someone that does. The reason is that dental anxiety is incredibly common. […]

Updated: December 16, 2020

Filed Under: Blog, Sedation Dentistry Tagged With: dental anxiety

How to Get past a Traumatic Dental Experience

November 6, 2018 by DAC

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One of the most common reasons why people suffer from dental anxiety is a traumatic experience in their past. Whether they were a child or an adult, a dentist visit that goes wrong can have lasting psychological effects for many patients. Fortunately, those that suffer from trauma have options. Respect the Statistics No matter what […]

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5 Common Root Causes of Dental Anxiety

October 23, 2018 by DAC

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If you suffer from dental anxiety you may want to consider dental sedation to make your treatment easier and stress-free. Many people are aware of the fact that dental anxiety affects roughly half of the population. What they don’t know is the specific factors that cause this condition. We hope to close this knowledge gap […]

Updated: February 13, 2019

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