If going to the dentist makes you feel anxious or uncomfortable, you’re not alone. Many patients experience dental anxiety, which can make routine cleanings or necessary treatments feel overwhelming. At Desert Ridge Dental, we offer several sedation options with many benefits to help you feel calm, relaxed, and confident during your visit. Two of the most common methods we use are …

If you’ve ever postponed or avoided dental visits due to fear or anxiety, you’re not alone. Dental anxiety affects millions of people and can range from mild uneasiness to a full-blown phobia. Unfortunately, this fear often leads to neglected oral health, worsening dental conditions, and more invasive treatment down the line. At Desert Ridge Dental, we understand the emotional barriers …

Whether you came in for a simple filling or a more complex dental procedure, sedation dentistry can make the experience much more comfortable. But once the appointment is over, it’s important to give your body the time and care it needs to recover. At Desert Ridge Dental in Albuquerque, we guide our patients through every step of the sedation process—including …

If you’ve ever felt nervous about visiting the dentist, you’re definitely not alone. Dental anxiety is incredibly common, and it can make even simple checkups feel overwhelming. That’s where sedation dentistry comes in—a way to help you relax and get the care you need without stress or discomfort. At Desert Ridge Dental here in Albuquerque, we offer several safe sedation …

What are My Sedation Dentistry Options Here at Desert Ridge Dental, we see patients every day that have high fears and anxieties about coming to the dentist. For most of those patients, it takes a tremendous amount of courage just to get in the door, they’ve been putting off their work for 5, 10, 15, 20 years. Because we’re able …