Sedation Dentistry Archives - Louis Siegelman, DDS

How To Have a Comfortable Procedure When You Have a Strong Gag Reflex

March 15, 2023 March 3, 2023 / By Dr. Louis Siegelman

At the practice of Drs. Siegelman and Ng, we understand that many patients may have anxiety over their upcoming appointment because they have a very strong gag reflex. To address this, we may recommend the use of sedatives. Sedatives help you relax and reduce any discomfort associated with dental work. Dental sedation is typically administered …

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Everything you need to know about sedation dentistry

November 15, 2022 February 15, 2023 / By Dr. Louis Siegelman

Getting dental work done can cause anxiety for many men and women. Patients with dental anxiety may find themselves going long stretches between visiting the dentist for even the most routine of services. If you suffer from dental anxiety, you are not alone! At the practice of Dr. Louis Siegelman, patients can ask about sedation …

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Which types of patients would benefit from sedation dentistry?

June 15, 2022 May 24, 2022 / By henley.tabal

Patients like you who have dental anxiety may find that they don’t get the dental treatments they need because of the avoidance of our dental team. We understand that you may have had a past traumatic experience at the dentist, or you deal with conditions such as a strong gag reflex or PTSD that makes …

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Ways to combat dental anxiety

May 15, 2022 April 21, 2022 / By henley.tabal

Dental anxiety is a very common problem. In fact, a study performed by a marker research company by the name of DentaVox that included 18,000 people worldwide reported that 61% of respondents stated that they suffered from dental anxiety and fear. If you are one of these people, don’t worry, you are not alone. There …

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Is Sedation Dentistry Right for Me?

November 15, 2021 March 4, 2022 / By henley.tabal

Many people ask this question but, deep down, they already know the answer. If the thought of scheduling a dental appointment causes your heart to beat faster and your stomach to knot, you have some degree of dental anxiety. If you have trouble sleeping the night before you’re to see the dentist, you harbor some …

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Am I a Candidate for Sedation Dentistry?

December 15, 2020 March 4, 2022 / By henley.tabal

For many people, the idea of going to the dentist sends their heart rate through the roof. If you can relate to this, choosing to see a sedation dentist can be the best thing you do for your oral health. Historically, dentists didn’t know much about dental phobias. Fortunately, now we do. The more we …

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Do You Feel Nervous About Seeing the Dentist? You’re Not Alone!

June 15, 2019 March 5, 2022 / By DentalPhobia

If you struggle to make or keep dental appointments because a bout of anxiety overcomes you at the thought of going to the dentist, you may feel like you’re alone in your feelings. This isn’t so. According to surveys, more than 60 percent of people report that they really don’t like going to the dentist. …

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Nitrous Oxide Offers Clear Advantages for Patients of All Ages

April 15, 2019 March 5, 2022 / By DentalPhobia

Our NYC sedation dentistry practice has a range of services that assist patients who have a difficult time receiving dental care. Sedation is not just for those with dental anxiety; it is also incredibly beneficial for individuals with physical or cognitive challenges, such as a patient with Alzheimer’s or Autism. Sedation dentistry operates on a …

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Why Don’t I Get Numb at the Dentist?

March 15, 2019 March 5, 2022 / By henley.tabal

Some people have a difficult time getting numb for dental work and by the time they come to our NYC sedation dentistry office, they have had a few bad dental experiences. Often, the problem that has gone on for years is that the person has not been easy to numb up before dental procedures, but there are …

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Are IV Sedation and General Anesthesia the Same Thing?

January 15, 2019 March 5, 2022 / By DentalPhobia

Dental phobias keep many people from seeing the dentist. Some people wait until there is an infection or pain before seeking help. To avoid the complications that may develop due to avoidance of dental care, Dr. Siegelman has established a New York City practice in which sedation dentistry is tailored to the individual. In addition …

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How To Have a Comfortable Procedure When You Have a Strong Gag Reflex

Everything you need to know about sedation dentistry

Which types of patients would benefit from sedation dentistry?

Ways to combat dental anxiety

Is Sedation Dentistry Right for Me?

Am I a Candidate for Sedation Dentistry?

Do You Feel Nervous About Seeing the Dentist? You’re Not Alone!

Nitrous Oxide Offers Clear Advantages for Patients of All Ages

Why Don’t I Get Numb at the Dentist?

Are IV Sedation and General Anesthesia the Same Thing?

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