Rebecca E Reed

read moreDr. Kaminski treats patients not just from Michigan but many who fly in from throughout the United states and a number of foreign countries. Dr. Kaminski is a Dental Anesthesiologist which is a recognized specialty by the American Dental Association. Dr. Kaminski trained in the M.D. anesthesia program at Providence Hospital Southfield Michigan. His training included providing anesthesia for a variety of cases including major neurological, cardiac, plastic and orthopedic surgeries. This extensive and unique training has provided him with the expertise and experience to be certified to provide all levels of sedation and anesthesia for dentistry.

read moreFrom Autism, Downs, Cerebral Palsy, Spinal Bifida to physically and mentally challenged patients, Dr. Kaminski has a special place in his heart and practice for his patients with special needs. A number of patients are referred to our office because they can not get numb or are allergic to various local anesthetics. How many of you have had one, two, three shots and your gums are numb but you can still feel the painful drill. The dentist tells you. B You must be imagining it, or both. Neither of the above is true.

read moreThe Sedation Dentistry Center of Michigan is one of the few offices that can provide the full range of pain and anxiety control you may need. General anesthesia and IV deep sedation: We group these two together because they are they only the two ways to allow you to be "asleep" and be pain free. This is also known as hospital grade total intravenous anesthesia. After placing a continuous I.V. line, all of your medications are administered here during the course of your treatment. This will include medications to allow you to sleep as well as potent pain medication for both during and after the procedure.

read moreIn many ways, your first visit to our office will be unlike any previous dental visit. As you arrive you will be warmly greeted by one of our friendly receptionists. Sitting in one of our comfortable leather chairs or sofa, you will realize that our office has none of the smells or sounds you have experienced at previous dental offices. Soft lighting, large, expansive hallways and a reception area with warm, inviting woodwork are all designed to place you at ease. Earlier phone conversations with our office will review bringing in x-rays and treatment records from your referring or previous dentist if available, as well as any insurance information.

read moreBut they all can be safely and predictably treated while asleep. In fact many endodontists refer their patients to Dr. Kaminski to be sedated for root canals. Dr. Kaminski is proud of the fact that these specialists recognize the quality of his care in their area of expertise. Yes, you can be asleep for that deep scraping or gum surgery and instead of 3, 4, or 5 sessions, your periodontal therapy can often be accomplished in a single session. It's critical to maintain the health of your gums. Your gums can show evidence of disease and can lead to cardiac and other health issues.