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It’s likely that going to the dentist doesn’t make your list of top five favorite things to do. The dental health professionals at Taylor Street Dental get that. But you might be surprised how well dentistry has evolved over the years. Sedation dentistry can make going to the dentist something you don’t mind so much. It can […]

Regular dental care is necessary for proper oral health, from scheduling routine visits to addressing serious dental emergencies. Those who don’t go to the dentist or delay treatment have a higher incidence of negative dental outcomes such as lost teeth, abscesses, and infections. Despite the importance of visiting the dentist, your fear of seeking care may be […]

If you avoid visiting the dentist due to dental phobia, the team at Taylor Street Dental can help put you at ease! We are pleased to offer sedation dentistry for our patients to help put them at ease before and during their dental visits. We achieve this with relaxation or sedation dentistry. How our dental […]

Visiting the dentist can cause many patients severe anxiety. Perhaps they had a negative experience with the dentist in the past, or they are worried about pain and discomfort. Whatever the reason, the dentists of Taylor Street Dental in Springfield, MA are pleased to offer sedation dentistry to help put anxious adult patients at ease […]

At Taylor Street Dental, our dentists understand that many patients may have concerns about discomfort. Some patients have a deep-seated fear of the dentist, making it harder for them to commit to an appointment and be seen on a regular basis. The dentists in our practice are pleased to provide a variety of sedation options […]

At Taylor Street Dental, our dental professionals work hard to ensure patients have access to sedation. Sedation dentistry ensures patients feel comfortable before and during their dental procedures. We know many adults have dental anxieties which can keep them from coming into the office and having necessary work completed. With solutions such as oral conscious […]

Many people experience more than a little fear when they must see the dentist. Because of fear, they may only see the dentist when they absolutely must. The pattern may go something like this: dental care is received to repair a damaged tooth (and get rid of a toothache), there is a promise to self […]

It is not uncommon to hear a patient express apprehension about coming in to see us. Often, it is the development of a nasty toothache that prompts dental care. For obvious reasons, we would like to help our patients avoid such a process. Dental care is most beneficial when it is obtained on a regular […]

Dental anxiety. This is a condition that has existed for many years. However, it has only been “named” recently, giving patients and dentists the ability to bridge the gap that keeps so many from obtaining the care they need to get and stay healthy. There is a wide variety of reasons for dental anxiety. You […]

It’s no secret that there is a common phobia amongst adults and children everywhere: the dentist. With thoughts of giant needles and maybe even an auto shop tool used to pry open your jaw, many people let their irrational thoughts get in the way of getting their teeth cleaned on a bi-annual basis. Luckily, with […]