Miami sedation dentists, along with hundreds of dentists across the nation, recently celebrated 66 years of community water fluoridation with the ADA, the Association of State and Territorial Dental Directors, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Recognition was held at the National Oral Health Conference in April honoring dozens of communities with 2010 […]
Sedation dentistry has come a long way over the years due to the demand of sedation procedures. About 1/3 of Americans experience significant nervousness when they go to the dentist. Reasons range from the fear of pain, to the fear of finding something may be wrong, or they simply are very uncomfortable with someone being […]
Many dental patients share the common bond of feeling extreme anxiety when going to the dentist. It's important for these individuals to know they are not alone, and women are more likely to have this fear. According to the article "New Study of Extreme Dental Anxiety" by Dental Health Magazine found on WorldDental.org, research shows […]
Nitrous oxide gas, also known as laughing gas, can be a great option for those seeking sedation dentistry because of a fear of going to the dentist. This particular procedure has been used safely for over a century with minimal side effects. Effects of the gas typically wear off very quickly so the patient can […]
Dental phobia and anxiety is a real condition that affects millions. The American Association of Endodontists reports that about 80% of Americans experience some degree of anxiety about going to the dentist. About half of these people actually avoid the dentist because of these feelings. About 5-10% of these people are considered dental phobics because […]
If you meet with your Miami sedation dentist, you might hear him talk about conscious sedation dentistry. But what is the difference between conscious sedation and sedation dentistry? Basically, with conscious sedation, the patient is awake and verbally responsive but in a very relaxed state. The type of anesthesia used for conscious sedation is also […]