“Dr. Hoffmann and the Entire Team Are ALWAYS So Kind, Gentle, Caring and Understanding”

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Each of our patients come to us with their own unique dental story. We listen. It enables us the ability to provide everything it takes for each of them to have a “wow” experience. Our reward is the gratitude expressed by our patients. Today Cooper’s mom shared his unique “story”. Meet our “gentle giant” Cooper. …

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Updated: March 6, 2019

The Importance of an Initial Consultation For Sedation Dentistry Patients

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Depending on your circumstances you may need to reach a certain level of trust before you feel comfortable getting the treatment you need. Those that have dental anxiety suffer in a variety of ways. While the most important of them is poor oral health, there is another factor that people rarely discuss. It is the …

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Updated: December 17, 2018

6 Tips to Beat Nausea After Dental Sedation

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Here are six tips to help you feel better if you are feeling nauseous after your dental procedure. Dental sedation has many positives for those that have trouble going to the dentist. The most important of them is the simple fact that they can get their oral treatment comfortably, instead of avoiding it altogether. Still, …

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Updated: March 25, 2022

6 Things to Do After Dental Sedation

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Here are 6 tips to help you feel normal as quickly as possible after dental sedation. Patients are often scared of sedation, despite how safe the practice is. One of the crucial reasons why is the strange feelings that people experience when they come off of the sedative, which might include nausea, confusion, and disorientation. …

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Updated: January 17, 2019

Why Sedation Dentistry Is Especially Useful for Parents

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Dental sedation can be an excellent choice for children who suffer from dental anxiety! Some St. Louis parents have no issues taking their child to the dentist. They simply make an appointment, bring their child in, stand by as the child gets their treatment, and leave without any stress. For other parents, this is not …

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Updated: August 31, 2021

What Does it Feel Like When the Dentist Numbs Your Mouth?

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Avoiding your dental appointment because of fear or anxiety about your dental procedure will only make things worse. There is a reason why people don’t always look forward to going to the dentist. There are times when oral care is not very comfortable. Avoiding the dentist will only make things worse but, take heart, there …

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Updated: February 6, 2024