Category: Sedation & Dental Anxiety

Six tries and my dentist couldn’t numb my tooth. What should I do?

When I was in elementary school, I took a baseball to the front of my mouth, and it killed some of the nerves in my front teeth. Now, years later, I have an infection in my upper front tooth (the one next to my right eye tooth). My dentist has tried to treat it six… Read More

Can Sedation Help Patients Who Have Difficulty Numbing with Local Anesthesia?

A visit to the dentist is routine for many, but it can be a daunting experience for patients who struggle with a local anesthetic. These patients often face challenges with achieving adequate numbing, leading to discomfort and anxiety during dental procedures. Many patients experience some level of resistance to local anesthesia, complicating their care and… Read More

Benefits of Sedation Dentistry for Sensitive Teeth

Visiting the dentist can be unpleasant for patients with sensitive teeth. Simple everyday actions like drinking hot coffee or a cold drink can be challenging, so the idea of going to the dentist can be unappealing and overwhelming when considering the discomfort tooth sensitivity can bring. Read More