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The Dental Anesthesia Center
We are unique to the field of General Dentistry. With a Missouri Dental Board Certification in Deep Sedation and General Anesthesia, Dr. Hoffmann places an emphasis on anesthesia and anxiety control for the individual with special needs. Providing care to individuals who are severely anxious, have difficulty getting numb, a severe gag reflex, are mentally or physically disabled , and patients who are unable to cooperate, such as young children , benefit from anesthesia services. Extensive treatment can be completed in as little as one visit for candidates who require a large amount of dental care from years of neglected visits to the dentist.
Our state-of-the-art dental facility accommodates to patients who require Oral Sedation, Deep Sedation, or General Anesthesia for dental care.
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Are Certain Circumstances Keeping You Away From the Dentist ?
-- Special needs
-- Cerebral Palsy
-- Down's Syndrome
-- Autism
-- extreme gagger
-- phobic
-- severe gag reflex
-- Inability to become numb.
-- modified behavior
-- ADHD
-- medically compromised (allergies,
complications, etc.)
The reasons that keep a person away from the dentist are personal and unique to each individual. If any of the above reasons are why you find it difficult to go to the dentist, The Dental Anesthesia Center is the place for you !
Sleep Dentistry and Sedation Dentistry
What are the levels of sedation ?
Minimal Sedation (conscious) is the lightest level of sedation. It involves a mild sedative, such as a Valium like medication or Nitrous Oxide (laughing gas.) This kind of sedation requires no additional training for the dentist.
The next level is Moderate Sedation (conscious) and is referred to as "Sedation Dentistry ." Moderate Sedation allows the patient to simply respond to question. You are not asleep for Sedation Dentistry. When administered orally (pills), the dentist is required to receive two days of additional training. Intravenous (IV) Sedation requires at least 60 hours of training or a dentist can be trained as part of a residency program.
Deep Sedation or General Anesthesia is referred to as "Sleep Dentistry" (unconscious). Using this method, there is no memory of the procedure. Dentists who provide this method require a two year Dental Anesthesiology Residency or an Oral Surgery Residency. This is the recommended level of sedation for individuals unable to tolerate dental treatment for mental or physical reasons.
When you come in for your appointment , Dr. Hoffmann or Dr. Mayer will decide which level is best for you. We look forward to meeting you.
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Relax With Bistate area Area Sedation Dentistry
Lots of people suffer needlessly from fear and anxiety during dental appointments - you're not alone. Bistate area area sedation dentistry with Dr. Michael J. Hoffmann and Dr. Victoria Q. Mayer may be the answer for people like you with overwhelming anxieties about the sights, sounds, and sensations of a dentist's office.
At The Dental Anesthesia Center we can offer a number of dental sedation options. Let's talk about which one is right for you. Sedation dentistry is applicable in a wide variety of situations - but you won't know if it's right for you until you talk with Dr. Michael J. Hoffmann and Dr. Victoria Q. Mayer! Whether you need a simple routine checkup or you need to address years of dental neglect, don't wait any longer to discover the benefits of sedation dentistry.
Protect your health and make an appointment today for Bistate area area sedation dentistry with Dr. Michael J. Hoffmann and Dr. Victoria Q. Mayer. Just call our friendly staff at (314) 862-7844 or by fill out our simple online form to request an appointment or consultation. And please be sure to contact The Dental Anesthesia Center if you have any questions. We'll be happy to answer them!
Relax with nitrous oxide (laughing gas)
For your comfort and convenience, Michael Hoffmann, D.D.S., may suggest you relax with nitrous oxide (laughing gas) during certain treatments. Offering sedation dentistry at his practice in the Bistate area, MO area, Dr. Hoffmann offers a range of options to help you feel comfortable at the dentist.
If you're looking for quality sedation dentistry in Arnold you don't need to look any further. Michael Hoffmann, D.D.S., is the sedation dentist Arnold residents trust to deliver experienced and professional dental care.
