Posted September 23, 2022
4 Minute Read: If you have been living with general or cosmetic dental concerns for any length of time but are avoiding treatment because of anxiety or a dental phobia, you may be putting more than your smile at risk. Without regular visits to the dentist, unchecked oral health issues can lead to gum disease, […]
Read MorePosted June 02, 2022
2 Minute Read: Dr. Kevin Sands is the Beverly Hills celebrity dentist, and his cosmetic dental patients all have the sparkling white smiles you’d expect. While Dr. Sands would never divulge their secrets, he can say that some of these patients required sedation due to dental phobias. If You Have a Fear of the Dentist, […]
Read MorePosted May 03, 2021
2 Minute Read: Over the years, the dentist has developed a reputation of being a scary, painful place. It’s true that before we had the technology we do today, dental procedures were pretty painful. Thankfully, painful dental procedures are a thing of the past. Thanks to new technology and sedation methods, your trip to the […]
Read MorePosted November 02, 2020
2 Minute Read: The fear of going to the dentist and needing to have dental procedures is all too real for many children and adults. Some people will avoid the dentist for years because of their fear, despite the recommendation to have a checkup every six months. Avoiding the dentist is actually the worst thing […]
Read MorePosted April 30, 2020
3 Minute Read: Many children and adults are perpetually nervous about going to the dentist. For those with dental anxiety, dental appointments are often avoided at all costs, which is dangerous to your oral and overall health. Missing your check-ups makes it challenging to detect developing dental problems, and once a problem has progressed, the […]
Read MorePosted August 29, 2019
Many patients become anxious or fearful when visiting or even thinking about the dentist. Dental work is often uncomfortable; sitting with your mouth open wide as a dentist pokes around with tools and mirrors is far from an enjoyable experience. Combine that with the sound of the drill and the underlying knowledge that something in […]
Read MorePosted February 25, 2016
A bright, beautiful, and healthy smile is often the goal when a person makes a trip to the dentist. It is no surprise that the teeth, as the center of the face, can affect the overall facial profile. An attractive smile is what everyone wants to achieve, so why not get it done in style? […]
Read MorePosted October 30, 2015
If you’re like most people, you probably think that brushing and flossing are just for keeping those pearly whites healthy and beautiful. However, did you know that your oral health can affect the health of the rest of your body? Your mouth is an entryway into your body, so problems in your mouth can easily […]
Read MorePosted April 15, 2014
Many people, for one reason or another, are apprehensive about going to the dentist. They may have had a traumatic experience in their past, or they may simply be afraid of needles, drills, or pain. At the hands of a skilled cosmetic dentist like Dr. Sands, patients have nothing to worry about. However, since Dr. […]
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