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Caggiano, Janet,

The New Drill. Janet Caggiano. - Richmond Times-Dispatch, 2004. - SIRS Enduring Issues 2005. Article 19, Health, 1522-323X; .

Articles Contained in SIRS Enduring Issues 2005. Originally Published: The New Drill, Aug. 1, 2004; pp. G1+.

"According to the American Dental Association, nearly 30 percent of the population is fearful of the dentist. Some put off going until the pain is so bad they have no choice, then lose sleep the night before their appointment. Some never show up. They would rather lose their teeth to decay than brave the dentist's chair for routine cleanings and checkups. The answer for these patients may not be biting the bullet, but swallowing a few pills. After drifting into dreamland, they wake up with no pain and virtually no memory of the appointment." (RICHMOND TIMES-DISPATCH) This article discusses the increasing preference for sedation dentistry and describes the different types.

1522-323X;


American Dental Association


Dentist and patient
Sedation dentistry

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