Sommers Family Dental Blog

Has your dentist discussed the idea of dental sedation with you? If you exhibit any anxiety or have experienced trauma from another practice, you may find it helpful when receiving essential oral healthcare. But how can you know if you’re a candidate? What should you expect? What will it feel like? All of these are common questions dentists receive from interested patients, and it is why you are encouraged to keep reading to discover why so many patients turn to sedation dentistry for a more comfortable experience.  

Dental emergencies are typically inconvenient, alarming, and somewhat overwhelming. Whether you wake up with a horrible toothache or your child cracks a tooth while playing sports, it’s important that you see your dentist as soon as possible. But what happens then? Knowing how your dentist may handle your dental emergency can help relieve some of your stress on your way to their office. Here are six common treatments they may use to repair your smile.

Did you know that 36 million Americans don’t have any teeth? Plus, a whopping 120 million U.S. adults are missing at least one tooth! Fortunately, whether you are missing one, a few, or an entire arch of teeth, dental implants can effectively restore your smile, bite, and speech. However, to ensure you get the long-lasting results you deserve, you must meet the necessary criteria. If you are interested in this popular restorative procedure but are unsure if it is right for you, read on for the five qualities of a good dental implant candidate.