St. Louis Sedation, Sleep & Special Needs Dentistry :: The Dental Anesthesia Center
Baby teeth aren’t just temporary. They create the permanence of how your child’s dental health will be in the future. Baby teeth are super exciting for first-time parents. Once the hardships of getting them to break through and the teething phase are over, most parents give little thought to baby teeth. While they are a […]
As we learn more about how our oral health impacts our overall health, we discover a connection between gum disease and strokes. Every four minutes, someone dies from a stroke! In fact, stroke is the fifth leading cause of death and disability in the United States. As we learn more about how our oral health […]
Saying that you have good oral hygiene habits doesn’t necessarily mean the same thing to a dentist. Make sure that your “good” oral hygiene routine also meets your dentist’s standards. It’s not uncommon for a patient to be shocked when their dentist tells them they have a cavity. It’s frustrating because not only do they […]
We offer high-quality dental care to every patient, and we’ll work on your oral health to ensure you have a perfect smile and feel good about yourself. We recommend getting a checkup and cleaning twice a year for most people. Regular visits to the dentist will keep you from waiting for serious issues to arise […]
If your gums bleed when you brush or floss, it’s important to determine the cause. Have you noticed your gums bleeding when you brush or floss your teeth? Or did your dental hygienist tell you your gums were bleeding at your last cleaning? Either way, if your gums bleed, you’re likely wondering if something is […]
Since children can’t see plaque, it can be hard for them to understand why they need to brush their teeth. At the end of a busy day of parenting, the last thing you want is to fight with your kids to brush their teeth. However, all too often, that is exactly what it feels like […]
Along with your other new year’s resolutions, add better oral care to your list! 2022 is the perfect time to start fresh! Many people are making resolutions to be healthier through diet, exercise, and other lifestyle choices, so why not improve your oral health too? Your mouth directly affects your overall health, so maintaining good […]
Researchers have linked poor oral health to various conditions that seem to have nothing to do with the teeth. Did you know that a healthy mouth equals a healthy body? That’s right, brushing your teeth and flossing every day will do much more than protect you from cavities. It could be what’s coming between you […]
Aside from stimulating our taste buds, saliva also plays a crucial role in maintaining our oral health. The average person produces around 0.5 to 1.5 liters of saliva every day. Most people pay saliva no mind because it’s just a colorless liquid found in our mouth. However, all our favorite meals would be bland or […]
Brushing twice a day helps to reduce the amount of plaque present in your mouth, thus reducing the risk of cavities. It can be challenging to find time to do even the most basic tasks with our busy modern lifestyles. So often, we come up with time-saving measures that often work to our detriment. Unfortunately, […]
