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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 …
Our skin and bones can heal on their own, so what about our teeth? If you’ve recently cracked your tooth, you might be wondering if it will heal? Well, unfortunately, our teeth cannot regenerate or heal themselves. Their inability to do this has a lot to do with their composition. However, at The Dental Anesthesia …
Sedation dentistry is a safe and effective way for your loved one to receive the dental care they may not otherwise be able to get. Going to the dentist can be both scary and painful for geriatric patients, especially when the patient has Alzheimer’s or dementia preventing their ability to understand or remember what is …
Sleep apnea is a significant health issue that affects millions of Americans. However, The Dental Anesthesia Center can help! According to the American Sleep Apnea Association, approximately 22 million Americans suffer from sleep apnea, but many more go undiagnosed. Therefore, sleep apnea has become a significant health issue. It also means that no matter how …
We specialize in dentistry for patients with physical, medical, developmental, and cognitive conditions that limit their ability to receive proper care. Approximately 20% of the population in the U.S. have some disability that affects their daily lives. For more than half of these individuals, their disability level is considered severe. From children to older ones, …
Manufacturers claim that charcoal toothpaste will make your teeth whiter and brighter. Is this true, and is it safe? Charcoal toothpaste has been all the rage over the past few years. It is marketed on the internet and TV as an effective way to whiten teeth and improve oral hygiene. But what is charcoal toothpaste, …