Conscious Sedation
We are pleased to offer our patients the option of comfortable, safe, and effective sedation dentistry. Patients who benefit from sedation dentistry typically have:
A fear or anxiety of being at the dentist
A hard time sitting still for long periods of time
A hard time getting (and staying) numb from local anesthetics
Mild sedation:
nitrous oxide, or laughing gas, is the most frequently used method for easing mild anxiety. Recovery is quick so you can resume your normal activities immediately.
Moderate Sedation
A common technique used for dental sedation is oral sedation. It requires that you arrive an hour before your scheduled appointment, during which we will apply the sedation medications under your tongue. Although you are awake during the procedure, we require that you have a prearranged driver who you trust to transport you home.
PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to release you to taxi/ride shares when providing this sedation method.
We may recommend a combined use of nitrous and oral sedation to achieve the best result.
Nitrous Oxide is not to be used if you are pregnant or have been diagnosed with any lung disease that affects your breathing. Please notify our staff if this applies to you.
Contact our practice to schedule a consultation, learn more about sedation dentistry, and find out which method may be right for you.
