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Your child’s oral health is very important and a good start will impact the rest of their lives. Taking your child to the dentist as early as possible is a very important step in educating them about good oral hygiene. However, for many parents it seems like a stressful event, especially if the child is …
If you notice one or more of these symptoms and you are concerned that it may indicate a poor bite, don’t wait to schedule an appointment. When it comes to your child’s teeth you may be on the lookout for signs of plaque and tooth decay. But those are not the only things you should …
Sedation dentistry is a great option for the patients who have dental anxiety or have to go through long lasting procedures that require them to sit still for hours at a time. It is also generally safe to use for children because they often cannot stay still for a long time during the needed treatment. …
Signs of bruxism are pain when chewing, sore jaw or teeth in the morning, chipped enamel or very specific wear in the points where the teeth meet. Most children start grinding their teeth as soon as they get those first pearly whites on both the upper and lower jaw. It is also a way to …
On March 11, 2019, the National Commission determined that the American Society of Dentist Anesthesiologists meets the “Requirements for Recognition of Dental Specialties.” In September 2018, the American Society of Dentist Anesthesiologists submitted an application to the National Commission. In February 2019, the review committee considered all of the information to see if dental anesthesiology …
Elderly patients often have a difficult time receiving dental treatment. Dental sedation may be the best way for them to get the treatment they need. Sedation dentistry helps patients with anxiety get the dental treatment they need. From individuals who have suffered traumatic experiences in the past to small children and people with sensory processing …