In dentistry, there is a constant battle to deliver dental care that meets an enormous list of expectations. Our constant goal is to provide care that is faster, more attractive, more versatile, more comfortable, more predictable, and more conservative. But, above all, every aspect of the dental experience must be safe. If you are considering… Continue reading Is Sedation Dentistry Safe?
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Understanding Dental Anxiety
Getting to the root of your dental anxiety could be the key to unlocking the door that stands between you and the dental work that you need. It may also help you to know that you are not alone. Millions of adults and children suffer from dental phobias that range from mild to severe. Once… Continue reading Understanding Dental Anxiety
The Latest Options for an Anxiety-Free Dental Experience
Anxiety, nervousness, and apprehension are very common and normal emotions that millions of patients experience in response to dental treatment. Prior to, or during a dental visit, these emotions can contribute to high levels of stress and may even prevent you from seeking the dental care that you truly need. Rather than allow these feelings… Continue reading The Latest Options for an Anxiety-Free Dental Experience
Is Anesthesia Required for Implant Surgery?
The procedure for dental implant surgery is unique for each patient. The techniques and materials that are used to replace your missing teeth have become quite sophisticated and predictable. However, as a patient, you have individual needs and expectations which can significantly influence your treatment. There are a number of options for managing pain as… Continue reading Is Anesthesia Required for Implant Surgery?
Dental implants: What type of anesthesia is used?
Patients may be anxious in the face of dental implant placement, and understandably so. It can be intimidating to face an unfamiliar surgery of any type, regardless of the experience and knowledge of your oral surgeon. Sedation dentistry is a safe and effective method for Charlottesville patients to reduce any anxiety surrounding the placement of… Continue reading Dental implants: What type of anesthesia is used?
Sedation dentistry: Will I remember anything?
The prospect of oral surgery can be an intimidating one, particularly for patients who have endured bad experiences with dental procedures in the past. Fortunately, sedation dentistry can help these patients to face their fears. Even better, patients who choose sedation dentistry in Charlottesville will have no recollection of the procedure afterward. Sedation dentistry eliminates… Continue reading Sedation dentistry: Will I remember anything?
Wisdom teeth removal: What are the benefits?
Between the ages of 17 and 24, most adults will have a discussion about wisdom teeth with their dentist or oral surgeon. The wisdom teeth, also known as third molars, are the last set of molars to develop in the later teen years and are frequently recommended for extraction. Often, for your health, the wisdom… Continue reading Wisdom teeth removal: What are the benefits?