Monthly Archives: oral conscious sedation

• Dental Insurance for Dental Implants

  I’ve never been a fan of going to the dentist and I am afraid that I have let my dental anxiety get in the way of my dental care. I think I would be a good candidate for dental implants. Do you know if dental insurance will cover this? Amy N. Dear Amy, I’m glad…

• Family Pressuring Me to See Dentist

  I have a toothache. I have for a while. My parents keep telling me that I need to see the dentist. They’ve even offered to pay for it. The money isn’t the problem. My real problem is I am terrified of dentists–like throw up at the thought of going terrified. I keep telling them I’m…

• Is a Tooth Infection Dangerous?

  I had a problem with a tooth, but I will be honest that I ignored it because I have pretty severe dental anxiety. The other day part of my molar broke off. Then, my cheek started hurting. Now the pain has wound its way around my ear and to the front of my neck. A…

• Can I Use Sedation for a Smile Makeover?

  I want to get a smile makeover but I am a nervous dental patient. Would I be better off getting dental sedation so they can just knock me out, do the work, and I wake up with a beautiful smile? Candy Candy, I am sorry for your dental anxiety. I want you to know that…

• Zirconia Allergy or Burning Mouth Syndrome?

  I had two zirconia crowns placed. I’m never a great dental patient because I have a bit of anxiety, but I do my best. Getting these crowns was a big deal for me, though you might find it silly. Since then, I have had this burning and itching in my mouth since getting the crowns.…

• Who Removes Teeth for Dentures?

  I have always had a problem with going to the dentist, ever since I was a child. This has led to me having some pretty severe problems with my teeth. I was pretty much only going when there was a dental emergency . I’m really tired of it because every appointment is a nightmare. I’m…

• How Can I Get the Most Dental Work at Once?

  I need a LOT of dental work done. I’ve neglected my dental care over the last few years because of finances. I have dental insurance with my new job and am hoping to really to catch up with my work as quickly as possible. Is there a best practice way of getting the most work…

• Need Advice about a Tooth Extraction

  Years ago I had an infected tooth. I avoided the dentist because I have never had a good experience with one. When I could not take the pain anymore, I schedule an appointment. He said the tooth was infected and performed a root canal treatment. I was supposed to schedule a follow-up appointment for the…

• Dentist Cannot Get Me Numb

  My dentist tried a paste and seven injections and still could not get me numb. I am in desperate need of a root canal treatment, but the procedure was too excruciating. He ended the appointment and refunded my money. He told me he’d do some research, but I may need to get this extracted surgically…

• Why Fill a Baby Tooth?

  Can you tell me why my dentist wants to fill a baby tooth? My son has a cavity on one of his back teeth, but this isn’t his adult tooth. As it is just going to fall out anyway, why should I spend this money and put him through the procedure? Callie Dear Callie, Nobody…