Desert Hot Springs, CA - February 20, 2026 - Airway Dentistry DHS is seeing more patients who want clear answers and a plan before problems become urgent. Many people want to avoid surprise treatment decisions, and they want to understand what is necessary now versus what can be monitored safely. As a result, more dental practices are placing a stronger emphasis on prevention first care that focuses on education, early detection, and long term planning.
Cost and uncertainty remain major reasons people delay dental care. In a 2024 Commonwealth Fund survey, 41 percent of adults reported delaying or not getting dental care because of the cost. When care is delayed, smaller issues can become more complex and expensive over time.
“Patients deserve time and clarity, especially when treatment decisions feel stressful,” said Dr. Juana R. Cavinder, DDS, MPH of Airway Dentistry DHS in Desert Hot Springs, CA. “When we slow down and focus on prevention and education first, people can make decisions earlier and avoid being forced into rushed choices later.”
Dr. Cavinder holds California dental license number 44296 and has more than 30 years of clinical experience as a general dentist. Earlier in her career, she served as Chief Dental Officer for the Federal Bureau of Prisons, caring for patients with complex medical and emotional needs, an experience that shaped her calm, respectful approach and her emphasis on education and trust.
Dr. Cavinder purchased the Desert Hot Springs practice three years ago and continues to provide comprehensive general dentistry, including preventive care and restorative planning. The practice also has advanced training in airway focused dentistry, which can be included in care planning when breathing, sleep, or jaw related concerns affect comfort and long term oral health.
Airway Dentistry DHS’s prevention first care commonly includes:
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Unhurried visits focused on clear explanations and early detection
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Patient education that supports informed decisions and long term stability
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Risk based planning tailored to exam findings, goals, and health factors
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A calm, nonjudgmental environment designed to reduce anxiety and support follow through
The broader shift mirrors a healthcare pattern seen in many service categories, patients want a relationship based model that allows for more time, clearer communication, and better planning. Recommendations and treatment plans vary based on each patient’s exam findings, goals, and risk factors.
Patients can learn more about Airway Dentistry DHS at: https://airwaydentistrydhs.com/
About Airway Dentistry DHS
Airway Dentistry DHS is a general dental practice in Desert Hot Springs, California led by Dr. Juana R. Cavinder, DDS, MPH. The practice provides preventive, restorative, and implant dentistry with an emphasis on patient education, clear planning, and comfortable care. The practice also offers airway focused dentistry for patients whose oral health may be affected by breathing or sleep related concerns. Care is provided in line with current American Dental Association guidance where applicable.
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