Laughing gas and a couple of shots isn’t enough for those of us who have fear or anxiety when it comes to going to the dentist. There are a number of reasons why people are nervous and even afraid to go to the dentist, from a traumatic experience, to a disability, special needs, gag reflex [...]
For children and adults who have anxiety about going to the dentist, there is relief. Having any type of dental procedure done can be frightening. Whether it is several fillings, a root canal or tooth extraction, the sights and sounds can be overwhelming, no matter how old you are. Nitrous Oxide or Laughing Gas just [...]
IV sedation for dentistry is becoming increasingly popular for many reasons. Let’s face it, who likes going to the dentist. Which is why so many patients are turning to the pain free, no fear or stress option. Just imagine going to the dentist and not experiencing any anxiety or discomfort Those who have anxiety about [...]
Dentists work hard to make every visit pleasant, but still most adults and children dread going. The discomfort and fear often leads to anxiety and missed appointments. Which overtime makes going to the dentist that much more difficult. For those who have anxiety, a disability, or special needs, having a dental procedure may take more [...]
Going to the dentist can be a major event, especially for those with special needs, such as Down syndrome, autism, or any type of disability. Between the anxiety and the thought of sitting in the dental chair with all the sights and sounds, can be unbearable. But neglecting routine dental care can turn a simple [...]
A New Year means a new you! While you may not realize, a dental phobia, medical condition or special needs can be affecting your life more than you think. Issues with your teeth can develop leading to a host of health issues, depression and even anxiety, not to mention the discomfort and pain. Don’t Worry, [...]
Dental sedation will definitely be a hot topic for 2019. Efforts to reduce the number of pediatric disasters in the dental chair are in full force. The evolution of the guidelines concerning our children and IV sedation outside the hospital setting will hopefully reduce the number of tragedies In a dental setting, anesthesia requirements carry [...]
There has been a lot of controversy surrounding dental sedation. Much of which is because dental anesthesia regulations are not under the authority of the Medical Board. Instead, they are under the Dental Board. It can be unrealistic to think a small child, someone with disabilities or special needs, will be able to sit in [...]
Most people remember having a shot of Novocain before their dental procedure. The shot really hurt, your gum, lips, and cheeks get numb and feel huge for hours after. The whole thing was very uncomfortable, but it was fairly effective at reducing the pain. Though this type of local anesthesia typically intensified the fear and [...]
Dental anxiety is very real for many of us. We make the appointment, we count down the days, dreading it more and more with every passing day. Then the day arrives and you just can’t do it. There are many excuses going through your head, each one more valid than the other, until you miss [...]
