Category Archives: sedation dentistry

Another Step Closer to Pain Free Dentistry

***UPDATED: January 30, 2013*** Yet another step has been made towards pain-free dentistry with a recent study out of the University of Otago Dental School in New Zealand.  After finding that a high number of children who have had extensive … Continue reading →

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Poll Finds Dentists to be Highly Ethical and Honest

Dental phobia is a very real and traumatic condition that keeps millions from receiving crucial dental care.  Experts are still not completely sure of the cause of such a condition, but they do know there are several different facets of … Continue reading →

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Have No Fear, Sedation Dentistry is Here

Many Americans miss out on the benefits of regular trips to the dentist, potentially putting their general health at risk, because they experience dental phobia, or fear of anything related to the dentist.  There are many factors that can contribute … Continue reading →

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Understanding Dental Phobia

***UPDATED 12/13/12*** Researchers are one step closer to identifying a potential origin for dental phobia, according to a recent Spanish study.  Scientists examined several children (ages 7-12) who display some fear or anxiety about visiting the dentist, and it turns … Continue reading →

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Overcome Your Fear at Miami Dental Sedation Spa

It is completely normal and natural to feel apprehension or anxiety when preparing to receive dental treatment.  Most people experience some degree of these emotions, but for some, they can be extremely intense and even debilitating.  Whether caused by unpleasant … Continue reading →

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A Cure for Cavities

There is no fun way to treat a cavity and I’ve never run across anyone who enjoys the very common procedure of filling one in.  Thanks to sedation dentistry, those who are particularly anxious about the procedure, are able to … Continue reading →

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The Safety of Sedation Dentistry

Sedation dentistry has been all over recent news media after an ABC News investigation uncovered a horrific story of greed and malpractice.  According to reports, there have been 31 child deaths over the last 15 years due to incompetent dentists … Continue reading →

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The Oral Health of Women

As if dealing with the well known symptoms of menstruation, pregnancy, and menopause weren’t enough, a new study has linked female hormones with gum disease.  Charlene Krejci, associate clinical professor at the Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine, … Continue reading →

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Not Your Mother’s Dentist

Fear of going to the dentist often stems from a traumatic childhood experience.  Back in the day, dentistry tools and anesthesia were not at the level of sophistication that they currently are, often leading to more painful procedures.  Lucky for … Continue reading →

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The New and Improved Root Canal

Dental phobias, or fear of visiting the dentist, stems often from the misconception that pain will most likely be involved.  For example, when many people think of having a root canal, they immediately imagine excruciating pain both during and after … Continue reading →

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