Seeing Red!

We feel a deep responsibility and commitment to provide you the very best care with state-of-the-art technology. Good dental health is no accident.
A dentist may be likely to provide a natural redhead with a bit more attention than blondes and brunettes might receive. The reason behind this special treatment rests with the fact that redheads seem to have a genetic disposition to be nervous about visiting the dentist. In fact, research in recent years shows that redheads tend to be less responsive to local pain-blockers and may require larger doses of Novocain to get the same amount of relief that a blonde or brunette would get with regular doses. More recent research shows that the red hair that results from variations in the melanocortin-1 receptor (MC1R) gene, which helps determine pigmentation, may also play a role in processing pain, anxiety, and fear.

As today’s column recommends, at the office of Richard Seidler, D.D.S. - Family Dentistry, we pay special attention to those with naturally red hair, and adjust accordingly. We feel a deep responsibility and commitment to provide you the very best care with state-of-the-art technology. Good dental health is no accident. We’re located at 5000 Main Street at South Colony Boulevard, Suite 206, The Colony. Please call 972.625.2222 to schedule an appointment for high quality dental care. Let us help you keep your teeth for a lifetime. Most dental insurance accepted.

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Patients with any fear- or anxiety-related issues are strongly urged to speak with the dentist about their concerns and work out a treatment plan that addresses and allays those worries.

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