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In family dentistry, our dentists are the primary care provider for patients of all ages. They are responsible for preventing, diagnosing, and treating a wide variety of conditions, disorders, and diseases affecting the teeth, gums, and maxillofacial (jaw and face) parts of the body.
Preventive dentistry is an essential part of family dentistry. Comprehensive dental exams allow your dentist to check your teeth and gums for signs of decay or disease. Advanced imaging via x-rays can also help detect signs of concern. In addition, professional cleanings make your teeth look and feel great.
We believe in a personalized approach to oral health. During your initial consultation, which is completely free of charge at our Dental Clinic, our experts will discuss your unique dental needs and provide tailored advice on the best practices for oral care. Together, we'll develop a preventative strategy that keeps your teeth healthy and your smile bright.
Why see a dentist if you don't have a dental problem?
Waiting until you have a severe problem to see a dentist is not a wise approach. This tactic fails to take advantage of preventive dental care, which can detect signs of decay or disease in the earliest possible stages when treatment is often most effective.
Routine dental care also allows time for you to build a trusting bond with your dentist. This can serve you well if and when an urgent dental need arises or your little one needs emergency dental care.
Preventive dental care takes very little time. These routine visits are also enjoyable and allow you to get guidance on any dental care issue you have questions about.
Finding the right general dentist isn’t always easy. It’s helpful to know what to look for when choosing a dentist.
A comfortable office with friendly staff is an excellent place to begin. Dental treatments can be stressful, and spending time in a warm and welcoming environment can make it easier to relax and get the care you need. Ease of scheduling is also something to consider. Offices that have online booking allow you to schedule from home at a time that’s convenient for you.
Communication is also a significant factor in choosing a dentist. It helps to find a dentist who shares your communication style. You should never feel bad about asking questions or expressing concerns, and there should be an open and honest flow of communication between you and your practitioner.
When you’re ready to find a great general dentist, call Palmer Park Dentisrty at (719) 301-5300 to book an initial visit. Online scheduling is also available, simple, and straightforward.
Sleep or sedation dentistry refers to a dental treatment that is performed under the effects of sedative medications.
These perfectly safe medications can be administered in a number of ways, depending on the type of procedure being performed and/or the wishes of the patient.
And they enable a particularly nervous patient to receive the treatment they need to maintain an excellent standard of oral health without the horrible fear and anxiety they typically experience.
The great thing about sleep dentistry is that the body easily metabolizes the medication used, so patients need not fret about feeling awful afterward or suffering a “hangover”.
The removal of fear and anxiety is just one of the many benefits of sleep dentistry. Sedation also enables our dentists to work without worrying about a patient who is terribly nervous.
Procedures that might otherwise have to be broken down into smaller, more manageable sessions can be done in a single appointment without causing patients any undue stress or discomfort, which also benefits them in terms of cost and the results they can enjoy.
Sedation dentistry not only helps anxious patients; it’s also great for those with a delicate gag reflex. Sedation has the effect of relaxing the muscles, thus enabling the dentist to get right into your mouth without causing you to gag.
Every patient has something slightly different to say with regards to sedation dentistry. What they do have in common is that they feel totally relaxed and peaceful.
Everything that used to bother them, such as the sound of the drill or the appearance of a needle, suddenly doesn’t anymore.
All traditional fears are effectively removed. You can feel extremely sleepy when sedated, but in the most pleasant way imaginable. It also induces short-term amnesia, so you won’t remember it afterward.
You have the choice of either swallowing one or two sedative tablets about 30 minutes before your appointment, or we can provide a Nitrous Oxide “laughing gas” mask. For longer and more complex procedures, intravenous (IV) sedation is available.
You might feel embarrassed about your acute fear or anxiety associated with seeing the dentist or with receiving dental treatment, but actually, such an affliction is incredibly common!
At our dental office, we understand that those bi-annual trips to the dentist can be incredibly uncomfortable for patients, whether their fears and insecurities can be rationalized or not. What we do not support is avoidance of dental treatment because of these fears and insecurities.
Our team of experienced and compassionate dental healthcare professionals has treated patients who have struggled with severe phobia their entire lives and this has been made possible through sedation dentistry.
Contact us for a free consultation which includes a personalized oral health planning and a detailed discussion of your dental goals and options. We're committed to providing you with the highest standard of care and guiding you towards the best solutions for your dental needs.
