FAQs

Q) The dental drill gives me anxiety! Do you have any alternatives?

A) People often list the dental drill as one of the top reasons for their dental anxiety. Dr. Hogan focuses on helping patients who experience dental fear to overcome their phobia so they can receive the dental care they need. If you experience dental anxiety at the thought of the dental drill, take heart. We use air abrasion in our Mt. Pleasant dental office. Air abrasion uses a high-pressure stream of tiny aluminum oxide particles to remove decay, offering a more comforting choice.

Q) Does your office use lasers?

A) We use many kinds of lasers for precise, comfortable dentistry. DIAGNOdent is our cavity-detection laser. It will scan your teeth to find decay and areas prone to decay, and we will not have to inspect each of your teeth with a traditional dental hook.

Our soft-tissue laser allows us to treat gum disease, perform crown lengthening, harvest and place gum grafts, and reduce gum tissue when desired. You will need no stitches after laser surgery, and bleeding is minimal. Most patients recover more quickly after laser surgery than they do following traditional surgery.

Q) I avoid dental visits because of anxiety…is this normal? Can you help?

A) Many people fear dental visits because of negative past experiences or control issues. We understand dental anxiety and offer a solution to help you overcome your stress. With oral conscious sedation, we can help you gain full peace of mind and body so that you can receive the dental work you need – and deserve.

Welcome to your new dental care home: Dr. Kevin Hogan! Located in Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina, we provide quality family dental care to patients from Isle of Palms, Sullivan’s Island, Daniel Island, and West Ashley. Call us to make your appointment and join our dental care family today.