The Difference Between IV and Oral Sedation: Which Is Best for Your Procedure? by Pierre Miller | Feb 21, 2025 | Sedation and General Anaesthesia
Many patients who are needing treatment for their teeth have this idea that visiting the dentist or undergoing oral surgery can evoke feelings of anxiety or fear. Sedation dentistry offers an amazing solution for these individuals. This allows the patient to feel...
Why Gum Health Is Just as Important as Tooth Health by downtownsleepdentistry | Jan 15, 2025 | Uncategorized
When most people think about oral health, they focus on their teeth and if there are cavities. However, keeping your gums clean and healthy is just as vital in maintaining a healthy smile. Neglecting your gum health can lead to significant oral health problems and...
Why Getting Oral Surgery Isn’t as Frightening as You Might Imagine by downtownsleepdentistry | Dec 17, 2024 | Uncategorized
For a lot of people the idea of having oral surgery can trigger feelings of fear and anxiety that may stem from imagining intricate procedures and extended recovery periods. It might just be the unfamiliarity of it all that leaves you feeling on edge though! But...
TMJ Disorders in Oral Surgery Dentistry: What You Need to Know by downtownsleepdentistry | Nov 16, 2024 | Uncategorized
Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) disorders are common but often misunderstood conditions that affect the jaw and surrounding areas, causing discomfort, limited movement, and pain. As oral surgeons, we often see patients who suffer from TMJ disorders, seeking relief and...
Maximizing Your Dental Insurance Benefits and Cutting Costs: A Guide in Saving Money by downtownsleepdentistry | Oct 18, 2024 | Uncategorized
Understanding insurance can be tricky, with all the types of coverage options and discussions about annual limits and deductibles that can leave you feeling overwhelmed at times! However with some planning and a good grasp of the basics you can maximize your insurance...
The Impact of Stress on Oral Health: What Every Adult Should Know by downtownsleepdentistry | Sep 16, 2024 | Uncategorized
Stress occurs in everyone’s life, whether it’s from work, personal life, or unexpected events. It’s inevitable to experience anxiety. Stress not only impacts your overall health but it can have some effect on your oral health as well. Understanding how stress can...
Oral Health and Cognitive Function: How a Healthy Mouth Can Support a Healthy Mind by Jonathan Campbell | Aug 19, 2024 | Uncategorized
Maintaining your oral health is essential for more than just showing off your pearly white smile. Having great oral health plays a significant role in their overall health, from cardiovascular health to their cognitive functions. There are studies that show there’s a...
Sports and Teeth: Protecting Your Child’s Smile on the Field by Jonathan Campbell | Jun 11, 2024 | Kids Dentistry
According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry’s policy on the Prevention of sports-related orofacial injuries, sports mishaps account for 10–39% of all dental injuries in children. As parents, our main goals are to keep our children healthy and...
The Journey to a Perfect Smile: A Comprehensive Exploration of Cosmetic Dentistry by James Blackmore | May 16, 2024 | Cosmetic Dentistry
Many people, when thinking of a perfect smile, may only think of braces that are done by an orthodontist to make their smile shine. However, that’s not always the case, many individuals gravitate towards cosmetic dentistry to help boost their confidence and transform...
The Advantages of Sedation Dentistry for Nervous Patients: Overcoming Dental Anxiety by downtownsleepdentistry | Apr 10, 2024 | Sedation and General Anaesthesia
Dental fear and anxiety affects a large population worldwide. This prevents people from receiving the essential oral health care that they need. Thus, the lack of visits to the dentist will result in being more prone to cavities and other oral issues. Fortunately,...