Could Hospital Dentistry Help My Child?

Unfortunately, many people of all ages and in many situations deal with dental anxiety. This condition makes it more difficult for people to hospital dentistryundergo dental procedures and can come from various causes. Many children suffer from dental anxiety, making hospital dentistry a viable option. Hospital dentistry involves using general anesthesia to sedate a patient before performing their dental procedures. Find out more about hospital dentistry and if it could benefit your child with Dr. Mark Webman, Dr. Mario Martinez, and Dr. Rebecca Lenard at South Miami Pediatric Dental Associates in South Miami, FL. 

What is hospital dentistry?
Hospital dentistry involves using general anesthesia in a hospital setting to complete dental procedures for children with dental anxiety or special or developmental needs which cause them to feel uncomfortable, not understand the dentist, or move too much to complete the procedure. Hospital dentistry may also benefit patients who require an extensive amount of dental care at once. Whatever your child’s needs, hospital dentistry can help them have a pain and anxiety-free dental experience. There are other methods of anesthesia available depending on the situation that can help your child relax.

Could my child benefit from hospital dentistry?
If your child has severe dental anxiety or developmental or physical delays which may cause them to fear or feel uncomfortable at the dentist, they may benefit from hospital dentistry. Your dentist will rate your child’s cooperation according to the Frankl Behavioral Scale, which ranges from definitely negative, negative, positive, to definitely positive. The scale helps your doctor determine if your child requires hospital dentistry and which level of sedation would best suit their needs.

Hospital Dentistry in South Miami, FL
If you think your child could benefit from hospital dentistry, consult with your dentist at South Miami Pediatric Dental Associates. Hospital dentistry can often benefit people with conditions such as severe anxiety, autism, down syndrome, medical disorders like cerebral palsy, or other special needs.

For more information on hospital dentistry, please contact Dr. Mark Webman, Dr. Mario Martinez, and Dr. Rebecca Lenard at South Miami Pediatric Dental Associates in South Miami, FL. Call (305) 666-2068 to schedule your appointment with your child’s pediatric dentist today!