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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.
St. Louis Magazine Article 2011
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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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Experienced St. Louis County Sedation Dentistry Can Calm Your Dental Worries
An unfortunate side effect of common dental phobia is an unhealthy mouth and an unhealthy body. St. Louis County sedation dentistry practitioners Dr. Michael J. Hoffmann and Dr. Victoria Q. Mayer see patients with dental fears nearly every day and they can offer you a range of comfortable and relaxing sedation dentistry options! Visiting us at The Dental Anesthesia Center on a regular basis significantly decreases your risk of gum disease and tooth decay, which further decreases your risk of other complications, including heart disease.
If your dental anxieties have kept you out of the dentist's chair for too long, you'll be happy to know that Dr. Michael J. Hoffmann and Dr. Victoria Q. Mayer can correct years of dental problems in just one or two visits with sedation dentistry. Stress-free dentistry at The Dental Anesthesia Center can give you back your dental health! With modern sedation dentistry options, both routine and extensive dental treatment can be comfortable and relaxing. Why not let sedation dentists Dr. Michael J. Hoffmann and Dr. Victoria Q. Mayer enhance your smile in a stress free environment at their St. Louis County practice?
You can make an appointment for St. Louis County Sedation Dentistry with Dr. Michael J. Hoffmann and Dr. Victoria Q. Mayer by calling our friendly staff at (314) 862-7844 or by completing our easy online form. At The Dental Anesthesia Center we're committed to providing you with great, affordable dental care!
Your comfort is our first concern
Here at The Dental Anesthesia Center, your comfort is our number one priority. We will do our utmost to put you at ease and keep you feeling relaxed and secure. Under the experienced leadership of Dr. Michael Hoffmann, our dedicated team of professionals is at your service to explain your treatment thoroughly and answer any questions you may have.
If you're looking for an experienced sedation dentist in Bistate area, you've come to the right place. Dr. Hoffmann offers sedation dentistry Bistate area residents have come to trust for the highest quality dental care.
