IV sedation refers to the giving of an anti-anxiety medication through the blood during a treatment. Sometimes, intravenous sedation dentistry is called “sleep” or ‘twilight’ dentistry. Instead of putting patients to sleep, the mild sedative helps them feel at peace and relaxed. While this sedation method allows patients to react… Read More…

Young or old, anyone with teeth could potentially develop cavities. Here’s a look at factors that can increase the risk of getting cavities: ● Certain drinks and foods. Food sources that cling to the teeth for an extended time — like ice cream, milk, sugar, honey, dried fruit, soda, cookies,… Read More…

While we provide a calming environment at Phelps Family Dentistry, there are points when sedation might be the best course for treatment for your son or daughter. Especially if they have special needs such as Down Syndrome, Autism, ADD/ADHD or  sensory processing challenges. Dental Sedation for Children with Special Needs… Read More…

It’s important to understand and recognize the symptoms of gum disease. Untreated Gingivitis, one of the early stages of gum disease, will lead to Periodontitis, which can cause tooth loss, severe damage, and other dental issues. Gingivitis Gingivitis is the mildest type of Periodontitis and is usually caused by poor… Read More…

Mouth cancer is the 6th most common cancer, and accounts for 30,000 newly diagnosed cases every year – and 8,000 fatalities. Oral cancer, if not treated and diagnosed within its early stages, may spread, and lead to loss of function, chronic pain, oral and facial disfigurement and perhaps even death…. Read More…

You may be surprised. Each year, 35,000 people in America get diagnosed with oral cancer, and there are more than 8,000 fatalities every year from this disease. In the last 10 years, dental professionals have witnessed a significant rise in the quantity of such cases in patients under age 30… Read More…

Given the possible expense of dental braces and additional orthodontic procedures, who would not want to give their baby every potential advantage when it comes to healthy bite alignment? Several studies — the latest of which was published inside the August 2017 Journal of the American Dental Association issue —… Read More…

This time of year, there’s football and Halloween fun festivities. There’s also a lot of fright and anxiety going on, and your dentist in Wilmington isn’t referring to haunted houses and ghosts. We’re talking to the patients who genuinely dread having a dental appointment looming on their calendar like a… Read More…

Just like you, your dentist in Wilmington is overwhelmed this time of year by the amount of sugary Halloween treats on the market. Did you ever notice how much candy there is at every single store, from pharmacies to supermarkets? Where does it all go? (We sure would like to… Read More…

Have you ever heard someone talk about the connection between your body, mind, and soul? Your dentist in Wilmington thinks that maybe our mouths should be included with this special connection, too. The fact is that current research and dental technologies are continuing to evolve and improve. As this happens,… Read More…