The Dental Anesthesia Center Blog. St. Louis Sleep, Sedation, Pediatric & Special Needs Dentist Office.
You brush your teeth twice a day and floss. Is there really more you can do to take good care of your teeth? Although brushing and flossing regularly is essential, optimum oral hygiene involves more than just your ordinary routine. Many factors contribute to cavities and gum disease. So even though you brush and floss, …
If your child needs a tooth extracted, don’t worry, it is one of the most common pediatric dentistry procedures for children. A pediatric extraction is the surgical removal of a primary tooth. But why would a child need a primary tooth extracted? After all, their primary teeth, or baby teeth, are going to fall out …
We understand the unique challenges for patients with special needs, and we strive to make each child feel comfortable, safe, and welcome. Every child deserves to have a happy and healthy smile! At The Dental Anesthesia Center, we value every patient who walks through our doors, from toddlers to teens. Children with special needs often …
Educating your kids on what our teeth are and how they work is a great way to get them interested in taking care of their teeth with a good dental health routine. Our teeth are kind of strange. Yet, that is was makes them so fun and interesting to learn about! If you want to …
When it comes to maintaining good oral health for your child, you are not alone. We are here to help! Mental health affects the health of the entire body, including oral health. Children with mental health disorders are more likely to suffer from oral health conditions such as cavities and gum disease. Oral health affects …
If you have not been to the dentist because you suffer from moderate to severe dental phobia, we are here to help! According to the NCBI, 36% of people suffer from dental anxiety or dental fear. Another 12% suffer from extreme dental fear. This means that it is a fairly common problem that many Americans …