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 … [Read more...] about Has a Bad Experience at the Dentist Left You Anxious or Afraid?
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Don’t Let Dental Fear Keep You from Getting the Treatment You Need
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 … [Read more...] about Don’t Let Dental Fear Keep You from Getting the Treatment You Need
The Rising Popularity of Sedation Dentistry
It is estimated that up to 10% of people have a legitimate dental phobia, and another 50% or so feel significant dental anxiety. Recently, sedation dentistry has been taking the dental industry by storm. Between the internet, billboards, and … [Read more...] about The Rising Popularity of Sedation Dentistry
Use of Nitrous Oxide in Sedation Dentistry
It is recommended as a sedative for children who are anxious or nervous about having a dental procedure. A routine visit to the dentist may be quite uneventful. It may involve a simple cleaning and polishing procedure to remove the plaque and … [Read more...] about Use of Nitrous Oxide in Sedation Dentistry