A severe gag reflex is nothing to be embarrassed about, and it should not keep you from the dentist. Contact us today to talk about your options. If a dental mirror at the back of your mouth makes you gag, if impressions have ever ended with you in tears, or if you have avoided the …
A little pink in the sink? Learn what bleeding gums really mean, when the cause is harmless, and when it is an early warning sign of gum disease. Here is the truth worth knowing: healthy gums do not bleed when brushing and flossing normally. Bleeding is almost always your gums telling you something, and while …
Is a cleaning every six months really necessary? Learn how often you should get a dental cleaning, who needs them more often, and what to do if it’s been years. The honest answer is that six months is a useful starting point. Some people do well with less frequent visits, and many people need cleanings …
Avoided the dentist for years? Learn how sleep dentistry at The Dental Anesthesia Center in St. Louis may allow extensive dental work in a single visit. If you have been avoiding the dentist for years, you probably already know something is wrong. Maybe several things. A tooth that aches, another that broke, gums that bleed, …
Gum disease is more common in adults with special needs, and it is treatable. Contact The Dental Anesthesia Center today to schedule an appointment. If you care for an adult with special needs, you may have noticed bleeding when you help with brushing, persistent bad breath, or red, swollen gums. These are often signs of …
A parent’s guide to brown spots on baby teeth covering the most common causes from decay and enamel hypoplasia to surface staining. As a parent, noticing something unusual on your child’s teeth can be unsettling. Brown spots, stains, or discoloration on baby teeth are among the more common concerns that bring caregivers to a dental …
