a modern dental office with large windows and a view of an outdoor space with palm trees. A dentist is leaning over a patient who is lying on a dental chair. The room is bright and spacious, with a stone wall on one side and sleek dental equipment, including a monitor and overhead light.

7 Benefits of Sedation Dentistry

Do you have a dental phobia? If so, you are not alone. Dental phobia is one of the main reasons people put off having dental work done. But it doesn’t have to be that way. There is something that can help—sedation dentistry. What Is Sedation Dentistry? Sedation dentistry, which is sometimes referred to as sleep dentistry, is when medication is …

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Dentures vs Dental Implants

Dentures vs. Dental Implants Dentures and dental implants are two possible solutions that help patients replace missing teeth. Each option has pros and cons, and Desert Ridge Dental will explain these to you if you decide to move forward after an examination. Here’s a closer look at dentures and dental implants and what they entail, if you’re considering replacement teeth …

a man lying back in a dental chair during a dental procedure. The dentist and dental assistant, both wearing blue gloves, are working in the man's mouth. One is using a dental tool, while the other holds a suction device. The man appears calm and cooperative, looking upward as the dental professionals perform the procedure.

What Happens During a Root Canal

What Happens During a Root Canal?   You’ve probably heard a lot about root canals, and most of it doesn’t necessarily sound like fun. But a root canal really isn’t so bad. Advances in dentistry have made this option one of the easier and more effective ones for anyone who is having problems with their teeth. Fillings, crowns, and other procedures …

a television interview set where Jacob Rogers, DDS, is discussing sedation dentistry. Dr. Rogers is seated on the left side of a round table, wearing a suit and tie, and talking to the host, who is seated on the right, also dressed in a suit and tie. Behind them, a monitor displays the logo for "Wellness Hour." The bottom of the image has text that reads, "Jacob Rogers, DDS, Discussing: Sedation Dentistry, 505-890-3000 / www.DESERTRIDGEDENTAL.com."

Discussing: Sedation Dentistry

Randy Alvarez: “So, you’re big on sedation?” Dr: Rogers: “Oh, huge! My favorite thing to do! So a lot of patients, Randy, are struggling with coming to the dentist because of fear and anxiety. And, because they’re concerned about the amount of time they’re gonna have to spend with me. So, if someone’s got a lot of fear and anxiety …

Dr. Jacob Rogers, DDS, during a television interview on the "Wellness Hour." Dr. Rogers is wearing a suit and tie, discussing single tooth implants. He is facing the host, who is partially visible from behind. The background includes various screens and a modern studio setting. The text at the bottom of the image reads, "Jacob Rogers, DDS, Discussing: Single Tooth Implants, 505-890-3000 / www.DESERTRIDGEDENTAL.com." The "Wellness Hour" logo is also displayed.

Single Tooth Implants

Randy Alvarez: “So if you’re only missing one tooth, why a dental implant over a traditional bridge?” Dr. Rogers: “So, traditional bridges, it’s the way we’ve been doing it forever, to replace a single tooth is we’d cut down the teeth on either side to replace one tooth. And of course, once we do that, once those teeth are cut …

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Emergency Dentistry & COVID 19

At Desert Ridge Dental we’re dedicated to keeping our team, our families and our patients safe in every way we can. We have embraced social distancing practices and standards for cleanliness as well as the recommendations of the New Mexico Department of Health to limit the number of patients we see, by only treating emergencies. We want to thank you, …