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How to Avoid Oral Injuries – Special Needs Dentistry

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Here are some tips to help you and your loved ones avoid oral injuries. Good oral health and a strong set of teeth are essential for all age groups. Oral injuries can be painful and uncomfortable. They can also cause long-term damage if left untreated. Here are some tips to help you and your loved …

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Updated: May 5, 2023

When My Special Needs Child Needs Dental Care

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If your child has special needs due to a developmental disability, behavioral issues, or physical limitation, The Dental Anesthesia Center can help. Your child may need extra care, time, and support when visiting the dentist or special accommodations for their wheelchair. Whatever their special needs, we can provide dental care while adapting to your child’s …

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Updated: December 4, 2022

5 Useful Facts About Pediatric Dentistry

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It is essential to develop good oral habits from the very beginning. Here are five key facts about pediatric dentistry and how it relates to caring for baby teeth. Baby teeth are temporary, but they perform some essential functions. They assist in biting and chewing food, they help children speak, and they add charm to …

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Updated: November 2, 2022

Is Dental Sedation Safe for Your Child?

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We are the Only Board Certified Dental Anesthesiologists in the State of Missouri, including the St. Louis Metro Area. When your young one is having a dental procedure done, you might be struggling with the choice of whether or not to sedate them. You want to prevent them from feeling any trauma and pain from …

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Updated: November 2, 2022

Why Are Baby Teeth Important?

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Baby teeth aren’t just temporary. They create the permanence of how your child’s dental health will be in the future. Baby teeth are super exciting for first-time parents. Once the hardships of getting them to break through and the teething phase are over, most parents give little thought to baby teeth. While they are a …

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Updated: August 31, 2023

Common Dental Concerns for Children with Special Needs

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Children with special needs often have unique oral health issues and have a greater risk for oral health problems. Oral sensitivity, symptoms of their condition, certain medications, difficulty eating, and diet can all contribute to dental concerns. In addition, medical or behavioral issues may result in dental care often taking a back seat. If you’re …

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Updated: August 31, 2023