If you have claustrophobia, you avoid cave exploration. If you have acrophobia (fear of heights), you avoid sky diving. In either case, you can live a fulfilling life without engaging in these activities. And if you have dental phobia, you might avoid the dentist. At Staten Island Dental Care, we don’t want anyone to do…
Sedation Dentistry
Don’t Skip the Dentist! Sedation Dentistry
If you tense up just thinking about going to the dentist, you may benefit from sedation dentistry, offered by Staten Island Dental Care. Millions of Americans stress out because they have to see the dentist, so if that sounds like you, you aren’t alone. It is referred to as dental anxiety. There is a more…
Questions To Ask Your Dentist
Sometimes people research mechanics or hairdressers more thoroughly than their dental professional. Now, cars and hair are important, but shouldn’t your dental health be even more important? At Staten Island Dental Care, we love to answer questions about all facets of dentistry. You teeth, after all, are living structures, and they need as much attention…
Worried About Dental Visits?
Millions of Americans cope with dental anxiety. We see it almost every day at Staten Island Dental Care, and offer sedation dentistry to those who need it. “How can I manage anxiety about visiting the dentist?” 1. Consider what the anxiety stems from. For example: pain, injections, loss of control, personal space invasion, embarrassment about…
The Help You Need: Sedation Dentistry in Staten Island
Dental anxiety affects millions of Americans. For some people it’s so strong that they avoid going to the dentist altogether. That might seem rational enough: why do something when you know it’s going to upset you? The problem with that, of course, is that they’re putting their dental health at risk. Sedation dentistry from Staten…
Sedation Dentistry Relieves Anxiety
At Staten Island Dental Care, we know that some of our patients get nervous when the time comes for another dentist appointment. And that’s why we offer sedation dentistry. We want to be sure that they don’t put off the treatments they need. Millions of people across the United States cope with dental anxiety. In…
Change Your Life! Dental Implants in Staten Island
Healthy teeth that work as nature intended are indispensable for a high quality of life and overall health. Anyone missing a tooth might be interested in learning about dental implants, available from Staten Island Dental Care. Dental implants can be used to replace one or two teeth, or to anchor dentures. Mini dental implants, also…
Preventing Gum Disease on Staten Island
Hearing that you have gum disease can be upsetting. At Staten Island Dental Care, we’re committed to preventing it in all our patients. Gum disease isn’t as common as it once was, but it still happens. If you discover that you already have gum disease, don’t despair. We can help. Symptoms of Gum Disease Bleeding…
Got Plaque? General Dentistry in Staten Island
Believe it or not, plaque can rear its ugly head in any mouth – even yours – no matter how meticulous your teeth cleaning regimen. The general dentistry practiced by Staten Island Dental Care can help you keep it under control. People with deep grooves in their teeth are especially susceptible to plaque. The process goes…
Overcoming Anxiety With Gentle Dental At Staten Island Dental Care – Dr. Frederick Hecht
Categories: Sedation Dentistry
Dental anxiety and the more severe dental phobia influence many Staten Island people, including some Staten Island Dental Care – Dr. Frederick Hecht patients. Today’s post answers some questions asked about this critical topic. What are the long-term consequences of dental anxiety and dental phobia? The most dangerous consequence is when a dental phobic patient…
