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Dental Fear or Anxiety? No More!

Sedation dentistry uses medication to help you enter a highly-relaxed state during treatment, providing a more positive dental care experience, even for patients who suffer from severe dental anxiety.
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Convenient Scheduling
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Comprehensive Services
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Sedation Offers The Opportunity To:

Control your comfort

Reduce dental anxiety

Eliminate any sensation or pain during treatment

We offer multiple sedation options to eliminate any sensation and ease your worries during treatment
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Sedation Dentistry at Children's Dentistry of Abilene

Sedation dentistry is a safe way to relax or even sleep through your dental procedures. We offer a range of options, including: minimal sedation (laughing gas), moderate sedation (a little more relaxed), deep sedation (still conscious and can be awakened, but not aware of sensation or anxiety) which is reserved for more involved oral surgeries.

One of the most common issues patients and dentists face is dental anxiety. If you are apprehensive about visiting the dentist, IV-sedation will likely be the right choice for you. We have had patients that had not seen a dentist for decades finally be able to receive care again. Neglecting regular dental care is taking a risk with your overall health.

How We Help


Pediatric dentistry
Pediatric Dental Emergency
special Needs Dentistry
Sedation Dentistry
Trauma Dentistry
Teeth Cleaning
Braces
Invisalign

Meet the Team

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Dr. Norm Poorman

In 1998, Dr. Poorman received his Doctor of Dental Surgery from Baylor College of Dentistry. He later earned a two-year Certificate in Pediatrics from the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston. Certified in IntraOral Sedation, he maintains high standards in sedation monitoring and emergency equipment. He’s affiliated with the Texas Dental Association, American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, and American Dental Association.
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Dr. Marites Del Mundo

Dr. Marites Del Mundo (or Dr. D as she is fondly called by her patients) received her Doctorate of Dental Medicine Degree from the University of the Philippines in 1993 where she graduated top of her class and received the Most Outstanding Dental Graduate Award given by the International College of Dentists. In 1996, she completed her 2-year orthodontic residency at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis where she earned a Certificate in Orthodontics as well as a Master of Science Degree in Dentistry.
During her free time, Dr. Del Mundo enjoys reading books and loves spending time with her family. She also loves to travel and watch Broadway musicals.

She is an active member of The American Association of Orthodontics (AAO), American Dental Association (ADA) and Texas Dental association (TDA).

Meet The Experts

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Dr. Norm Poorman

Pediatric Specialist
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Dr. Marites Del Mundo

Dr. Marites Del Mundo (or Dr. D as she is fondly called by her patients) received her Doctorate of Dental Medicine Degree from the University of the Philippines in 1993 where she graduated top of her class and received the Most Outstanding Dental Graduate Award given by the International College of Dentists. In 1996, she completed her 2-year orthodontic residency at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis where she earned a Certificate in Orthodontics as well as a Master of Science Degree in Dentistry.
During her free time, Dr. Del Mundo enjoys reading books and loves spending time with her family. She also loves to travel and watch Broadway musicals.

She is an active member of The American Association of Orthodontics (AAO), American Dental Association (ADA) and Texas Dental association (TDA).

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Loved by Kids, Trusted by Parents!

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Love love love this place!!! My 3 y/o went under a procedure most would be terrified, or even just alone "going to the dentist". But because not only the staff but the actual dentist made my kid feel super comfortable and at ease and he actually had FUN!!!
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Sabrina B.

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My 6 year-old son enjoyed his first visit to this location. The staff was very friendly and they made my son feel comfortable to be at the dentist office. I recommend your children to be seen at Children's Dentistry of Abilene.
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Karey V.

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Wonderful office and staff! My daughters felt so comfortable and they look forward to their next visit!
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Shannon A.

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The staff is always so nice and they always get us in and out! Love this dentistry!!
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Christina L.

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Love this dentist office! Great staff that's super nice and helpful. They make my kids comfortable and very happy when we leave. I'm glad to have found a wonderful, caring dentist office for my children!! 🙂
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Sherry H.

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Staff is always friendly. The dentist explained everything that was happening in my sons mouth. We did not feel rushed and loved that he was the only patient at his time of the appointment.
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Veronica S.