Many patients have special needs which makes dental treatment especially challenging. People with dental anxiety or phobia may avoid getting treatment because of fear. Elderly patients who have additional medical problems can often find it difficult to get dental care. Mentally challenged adults and children have special needs when it comes to dentistry. Our office has training in special needs dentistry for patients with some of the following conditions:
Posted on September 28, 2017Read MoreBlog
Dentists Aren’t Against the Occasional Sweet Indulgence
With National Lollipop Day coming up on July 20th, you may be in the mood for some sugary treats. However, in the back of your mind, you may be hearing your dentist in Orlando, FL, telling you sugar is evil and you should never eat it. We would like to put your mind at ease, though. Sugar is not healthy for teeth, but an occasional celebration, like a lollipop, isn’t going to mean the end of good dental health.
Posted on July 11, 2017Read MoreReasons Why You Could Get More Out of Life Due to Dental Implants
May 11th is Eat What You Want Day but if you have missing teeth, it may be difficult or impossible to celebrate this day of culinary liberation. Dr. Kyle Duffy fits patients with dental implants in Winter Park. If you decide to see him for an appointment and are told you are a good implant candidate, your life could improve in several meaningful ways, all thanks to dental implants.
Posted on May 11, 2017Read MoreUnderstanding the Importance of Finding the Right Dentist for Special Needs Patients
While every dental patient has specific needs, not all of them have special needs. Such special needs patients are often much better off in the hands of an Orlando dentist who has abundant experience treating such patients. That’s exactly what you’ll find with Drs. Lawrence and Kyle Duffy and the rest of us here at the Center for Dental Anesthesia.
Posted on March 20, 2017Read MoreUpgrade Your Smile With Dental Implants
If you are not happy with the way your teeth look and feel, dental implants may be right for you. Dr. Lawrence and Kyle Duffy work to help restore your smile and repair missing teeth with realistic looking dental implants in Orlando, FL. Implants are a permanent solution that gives you a natural look that mirrors your own teeth. Our dentists expertise in implant dentistry can help you feel confident in choosing this procedure for your oral health and overall well-being. Here are some ways dental implants could benefit you.
Posted on January 20, 2017Read MoreSedation Dentistry for People Who Have Special Needs
Good oral hygiene, including regular visits to the dentist, is important for everyone. Unfortunately, some people who have special needs cannot sit still for the dentist. For this reason, many professionals are turning to the use of sedation dentistry to allow special needs patients to get the same quality care as those who do not have difficulty at the dentist.
Posted on November 30, 2016Read More2 Essential Reasons for Treating Sleep Apnea
You cannot afford to ignore a sleep apnea diagnosis. Actions need to be taken so that you can eliminate health risks. This sleeping disorder can truly upend an individual’s life, and our dentists are here to assist anyone with sleep apnea in Orlando, FL.
Posted on September 14, 2016Read MoreAbout Laser Dentistry
Oral health is important to maintain overall body health. It is critical that oral issues be recognized and addressed as quickly as possible. Dr. Lawrence Duffy and Dr. Kyle Duffy provide quality laser dentistry in Orlando, FL. Learn more about the process and its benefits.
Posted on August 24, 2016Read MoreInvesting in Your Quality of Life with Dental Implants
Dental implants are an investment in your quality of life. From a single lost tooth to an entire set of missing teeth, they can help restore a more youthful appearance and increase your oral health, self-esteem, speech, and comfort when chewing food. As an alternative to other tooth replacement procedures, dental implants are just as effective and deliver higher-performing prosthetic solutions.
Posted on June 21, 2016Read MoreSpecial Needs Dentistry 101
Parents will readily attest to the fact that taking their kids to the dentist in Orlando, FL is an adventure in-and-of itself. Yet as the parent of a special needs child, your challenge may be even greater. The specialized care that your son or daughter requires typically cannot be accommodated in just any dental office. Finding a dental care provider that’s uniquely qualified to treat special needs patients may seem like a tall order. However, it does not have to be, provided you know what resources are available in your local area to assist with your search.
Posted on April 20, 2016Read More