Bringing a child to the dentist is always a bit stressful, but it can seem almost impossible if your little one has special needs. Due to a variety of factors, children with special needs tend to experience much higher levels of dental anxiety, and coupled with sensory issues, this can lead to a less-than-ideal experience for everyone. Thankfully, sedation dentistry is a safe and proven way to calm even the worst dental nerves, and one of the simplest forms is oral conscious sedation. It may be able to give you the peace of mind you deserve while ensuring your child is able to relax while receiving their much-needed dental care.
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