Dental Care for the Medically-Involved Patient

For the person who lives with long-term or chronic illness, such as asthma, diabetes, heart disease, or Parkinson's disease, many aspects of life may be complicated, including routine dental care. Dr. Miller and our team have the knowledge and experience of coordinating dental care when medical professionals or equipment are involved.

• Heart patients - During dental treatment, a patient with hypertension, a pacemaker, or a cardiac arrhythmia can be monitored with an electrogram, as well as continued checks on blood pressure and pulse rate.
• Diabetics - Diabetics can be monitored during treatment by frequent testing of blood sugar levels.
• Parkinson's disease - Proper pre-medication or co-medication can control the symptoms of Parkinson's disease so that dental treatment can be successfully completed.
• Alzheimer's - For patients with early or advanced Alzheimer's disease, sedation prior to dental treatment may be necessary, even for simple procedures. The choice of sedative medication should be made by the dentist, in conjunction with the patient's physician. More extensive dental treatment, such as fillings, gum treatment, and extractions, can be performed under IV sedation. Dr. Miller's training in dentistry and anesthesiology reduces the strain and pain of dental care for the patient with Alzheimer's disease.

Our team is equipped to provide comprehensive dental care to medically compromised and special needs patients. Learn more about sedation dentistry here. We work with patients, caregivers, families, and medical professionals to ensure optimal results. Various levels of sedation dentistry can improve the experience and results, and Dr. Miller offers sedation in our Forest Hills dental office.

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As a general, cosmetic, and sedation dentist, Dr. Robert Miller offers comprehensive dental care, backed by state-of-the-art technology. Our Forest Hills, NY dental office serves patients from Manhattan, Brooklyn, and surrounding areas. We cater to the anxious, stressed, and fearful patient, providing a comfortable atmosphere and understanding approach to dentistry. If you've avoided dental visits, Dr. Miller wants to talk with you about his approach and philosophy. Sedation dentistry could change your smile - and your life. Call today to reserve your consultation with Dr. Miller.