Oral conscious sedation can help patients who have a fear of the dentist or patients who find it difficult to sit in a chair for a long time. Dental fear and anxiety can prevent patients from going to the dentist even when they experience pain and need treatment. Oral sedatives can help patients obtain a…
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Maintaining your oral health by visiting the dentist regularly or at the first sign of a dental issue is important. However, some patients feel fear or anxiety at the thought of a dental appointment, which hinders them from receiving the care that they need. Oral sedation can alleviate apprehension prior to a dental appointment. Although…
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Annual dental cleanings and examinations, coupled with practicing good oral hygiene at home, help patients maintain a healthy mouth. Although visiting the dentist twice a year for preventive care might seem like a reasonable frequency, some patients still worry about the visit or have certain health conditions that make going to the dentist for any…
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Daily care, such as brushing and flossing, and biannual visits to the dentist are equally important parts of maintaining good dental health. Additionally, when you have issues such as tenderness or pain in your gums or teeth, you should schedule an appointment with your trusted dentist as soon as possible. Although many people understand the…
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Conscious sedation in dentistry is a gentle form of sedation that helps patients conquer their fears and anxieties, for a more pleasant experience while they have their oral health needs attended. Conscious sedation is quite different from “sleep dentistry,” which uses stronger intravenous medication to induce general anesthesia. Conscious sedation is usually far more convenient…
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You’ve probably heard the term “sleep dentistry” used in common parlance, but it’s actually somewhat misleading. It most certainly is not the same thing as sedation dentistry. Sedation dentistry refers to the use of mild sedatives and nitrous oxide gas to induce a more relaxed state during and before dental appointments. Are you interested in…
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Are you one of the many people who avoid the dentist because you don’t like how it feels to lose control? Dental sedation does not induce unconsciousness, but instead helps you have a calmer, more relaxed experience. For many patients, sedation is a welcome option that can help you put your dental anxiety on hold. Unfortunately, some…
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At Fresno Dental Studio, our dentists are equipped to meet the requirements of special needs patients. Whether you suffer from Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, autism, or dental fear, Fresno, CA special needs dentist Dr. Claudia Denes has a solution to create a calm, relaxing environment for your dental procedure. Dr. Denes is understanding and compassion toward…
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Does your sensitive gag reflux keep you from attending your biannual dental checkups? If this is an issue for you, ask Fresno, CA dentist Dr. Claudia Denes about oral sedation. Our dental studio offers multiple kinds of sedative medication to ease the nerves of anxious patients and provide comfort for those with a sensitive gag…
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Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder causes excruciating pain in jaw joints, which connect the upper and lower jawbone to either side of the skull. This disorder often results in upper body stiffness (such as in the neck and shoulders), frequent migraines and headaches, as well as overwhelming discomfort when opening the mouth. Fresno, CA dentist Dr….
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