Does the thought of seeing the dentist make you uncomfortable, frightened, or even nauseous? Dental anxiety and phobias are a lot more common than you might think. At the Konig Center for Cosmetic & Comprehensive Dentistry, Dr. Ronald W. Konig offers several options for sedation dentistry to help you feel the most comfortable during any dental procedure you …
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Does the thought of going to the dentist make you nervous? Do you feel like you cannot relax during a dental procedure due to underlying fears and anxieties? With sedation dentistry, you can have your dental work done in a stress-free and relaxing nature. What Does Sedation Dentistry Involve? The sedation dentistry process involves the …
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After visiting our office for your dental treatments or surgery, the next step is to start your recovery journey. Although some treatments Dr. Konig offers require minimal preparation or healing time, other treatments will take more preparation and time for healing. The first step in your dental healing process is to communicate with Dr. Konig …
If oral surgery is an eerie upcoming event on the calendar, there’s no need to fret! However, there are a few things to be aware of before coming in for a dental surgery appointment to make the visit smooth. First, if dental visits invoke feelings of fear or anxiety, don’t hesitate to reach out to …
When one thinks of their favorite things to do, going to a dentist for a check-up, let alone oral surgery, isn’t going to be at the top of that list. We’ll take a gander and say it’s going to be toward the bottom of most people’s lists. If you fall within the 24 percent of …
Studies have found that anywhere from 60% to 75% of adults in this country are afraid of the dentist, and 5% to 10% of these people have a fear so strong that they are classified as having a “dental phobia.” It may be because of a past experience with a bad dentist (or a procedure …
The fear of the dentist is a real one. Millions of people fail to get necessary dental care because they are afraid of going to the dentist. If you suffer from a fear of the dentist or anxiety surrounding dental care, then sedation dentistry can help you get the care you need for your teeth, …
Lots of patients are fearful or anxious about going to the dentist. Thankfully, sedation dentistry can help them feel more relaxed during their appointment. There are various forms of sedation offering various levels of relaxation based on your needs. Here, we break down what sedation dentistry entails, who can benefit, and the differences between the …
Dental phobia is a serious condition that can prevent those who struggle with it from seeking needed care for their teeth and gums. Increased anxiety or general discomfort with dental visits is far from uncommon, but its consequences can be profound – and if fear of the dentist is preventing you from seeking treatment for …
Sedation dentistry is a safe and effective way to deal with both the emotional and physical discomforts that may accompany your visit to our office. While not suitable for all patients, if you struggle with anxiety or dental phobia, or if you have a condition that makes dental services uncomfortable, Houston cosmetic dentist Dr. Ronald …
