The Dental Anesthesia Center

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The Dental Anesthesia Center

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The Dental Anesthesia Center

About

Dr. Michael J. Hoffmann is a highly experienced St. Louis-based dentist anesthesiologist, specializing in sedation and Sleep dentistry. As one of only two general dentists in the area certified in deep sedation and general anesthesiology by the Missouri Dental Board, he provides comprehensive, comfortable dental care for patients with anxiety, phobias, special needs, and young children. His clinic, The Dental Anesthesia Center, focuses on creating a fear-free environment using advanced sedation techniques.

Hours

Monday

7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Tuesday

7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Wednesday

7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Thursday

7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Friday

7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Saturday

Closed

Sunday

Closed

Quick Info

Address

950 Francis Pl #305, Clayton, MO 63105

Phone

(314) 862-7844

Website

www.dentalsleepstlouis.com

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Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Amenities

Toilet

Payments

Credit cards
Debit cards

Planning

Accepts new patients

Payments

Cash only

Detailed Introduction

Dr. Michael J. Hoffmann, DDS, is a distinguished dentist anesthesiologist based in St. Louis, Missouri. He received his dental degree from The University of Texas Health and Science Center at San Antonio in 1988 and completed advanced residencies in Hospital Dentistry and Dental anesthesiology in 1989. Notably, Dr. Hoffmann is one of only two general dentists in the St. Louis area certified in deep sedation and general anesthesiology by the Missouri Dental Board. He is also a diplomate of both the American and National Dental Boards of Anesthesiology, underscoring his extensive expertise in providing safe and effective anesthesia for dental procedures. In 1991, Dr. Hoffmann established "The Dental Anesthesia Center," a state-of-the-art facility designed to offer comprehensive dental services with the added benefit of deep sedation and general anesthesia. His practice is particularly dedicated to serving patients who experience Dental anxiety, phobias, strong gag reflexes, difficulty getting numb, or those with medical, mental, or physical disabilities, as well as young children who require specialized care to ensure a comfortable experience. Beyond his clinical practice, Dr. Hoffmann is an active figure in organized dentistry. He served as the President of the Greater St. Louis Dental Society in 2005 and was recognized as the Missouri Dental Association's Dentist of the Year in 2012. He is a faculty member at Forest Park Community College and is on staff at Mercy Medical Center, where he frequently lectures on anesthesia protocols and safe sedation practices, contributing significantly to the education of his peers and dental teams. The Dental Anesthesia Center, under Dr. Hoffmann's leadership, offers a wide range of services including routine exams, professional cleanings, cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, and Special needs dentistry, all delivered with a patient-focused approach that prioritizes comfort and safety through various sedation options, including nitrous oxide, oral conscious sedation, and IV sedation. The clinic has garnered numerous positive reviews, with patients consistently praising the compassionate, professional, and understanding staff, and highlighting the positive impact the sedation options have on overcoming dental anxiety.

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Patient Reviews

4.7 out of 5

Amy Weaver

My son is on the autism spectrum with Sensory Processing Disorder. Dr. Hoffmann and his team were AMAZING! You can tell they truly care about their patients. They were very understanding and patient with my son. They took their time with him and were so sweet.

My son finally has a dentist he is willing to go to and that alone is amazing! I seriously recommend Dr. Hoffmann and his staff for anyone with special needs or simply a fear of the dentist. They will put your mind at ease.

May 30, 2014

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The entire team at The Dental Anesthesia Center is amazing. I came to know Dr. Hoffman by another Dentist's recommendation due to excessive pain and difficulty in managing it during treatment. Dr.

Hoffman is patient, kind and professional. The kindness of the staff is exemplary. I am not going to tell you that my anxiety isn't through the roof when I am on my way to the office, but by the time I'm finished I feel like I visited my friends. I can't recommend them enough!

August 3, 2017

Christie Schmuke

Dr. Hoffmann is the best dentist for kids with anxiety. We took our daughter to several different pediatric dentists in town as well as our regular dentist and she wouldn't let any of them perform any work on her until we met Dr. Hoffmann. She was immediately at ease with him and let his staff do x rays and take a look at her teeth with no problem. We came back a few weeks later for general anesthesia and they did fillings, a cleaning, and sealants. She had the best experience.

No one pressured her to do anything beyond her comfort level, they were all very patient and kind. I can't say enough good things about this practice. I never felt rushed. They even let me stay with my daughter for all of her appointments and until she was under for her sedated appointment which most pediatric dentists in town will not allow. It made all the difference.

October 17, 2016

Seywhen

This place is a joke and does not care about special needs kids. They offer sedation yet Don’t accept Medicaid or Medicare Which is the insurance that special needs kids and people who need sedation have. How can you be the only place around to do sedation yet not except the main insurance that most people who need that service have? It has been completely impossible to find somewhere for my special needs nephew and you all have made it even harder you should be ashamed of yourselves.

They would rather charge somebody out of their pocket and rob them.

June 4, 2024