Fresno Dentist Now Offers Sedation Dentistry

    FRESNO, CA, July 16, 2014 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Regular visits to the dentist are a significant part of ensuring good oral health. Studies have shown that people who see a dentist at least twice a year are less likely to develop tooth decay or gum disease compared to those who hardly ever visit the dentist. Both adults and children should be making regular visits to the dentist, but for some people, fear of what could happen in the dental exam chair outweighs the risk of not practicing good oral hygiene.

Dentophobia, or a fear of dentists, is a condition that affects a significant number of Americans. Many people with dentophobia have admitted their anxiety is keeping them from visiting a dentist regularly. For Fresno dentist Curt Posey, this is particularly distressing; people who do not see a dentist at least twice a year typically need professional dental care the most.

Dr. Posey believes all people deserve clean and healthy smiles. He is dedicated to remedying dentophobia in addition to the countless other dental ailments he treats. Patients who wish to overcome their anxiety about seeing a dentist will find their solution at his office in Fresno, CA, where sedation dentistry services are now available.

Sedation dentistry practices are utilized to help nervous patients feel calm and comfortable during their visits. Virtually all dental procedures can be completed with the help of sedation dentistry, and below are a just a few of the services Dr. Posey offers:

- Bonding
- Crowns and bridgework
- Dental implants
- Fillings
- Oral cancer screenings
- Orthodontic treatment
- Periodontal disease therapy
- Porcelain veneers
- Professional teeth cleanings
- Removable dentures
- Root canal procedures
- Sealants
- Teeth whitening
- TMJ/TMD treatment
- Tooth extractions
- Cosmetic dentistry

Is Sedation Dentistry Right for You?

Obviously, those nervous about being in the dental exam chair may want to consider sedation dentistry services. However, these services provide comfort for others besides dentophobiacs. Sedation is a viable option for the following Fresno patients:

- People with a history of traumatic dental experiences
- People with sensitive teeth
- People who need to have a large amount of work completed in a small number of visits
- People with a bad gag reflex
- People who are afraid of needles
- People who are embarrassed about the amount of dental work that may be required
- People who are claustrophobic

Dr. Curt Posey is dedicated to ensuring all patients feel at home when they are at the dentist. For more information about sedation dentistry practices in the Fresno, CA area, call (559) 227-6755 today.

About Curt P. Posey, DDS, INC:
Dr. Curt Posey is a valley born native and was raised in the Fresno/Clovis area. He attended USC School of Dentistry to obtain his DDS degree. Upon completion of his doctorate degree, Dr. Posey moved back to Fresno where he did work as an associate for another practice before purchasing his own. Dr. Curt Posey is a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, International Congress of Oral Implantology, American Dental Society of Anesthesiologist, California Dental Society of Anesthesiologist, Part time faculty member at USC School of Dentistry, American Dental Association, California Dental Association and Fresno-Madera Dental Association.

Media Contact:
Dr. Curt Posey
[email protected]
1177 E. Shaw Ave. Suite 106
Fresno, CA 93710
(559) 227-6755
http://drposeydds.com

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