Do you avoid the dentist because of fear or anxiety? Dental phobia is common. Millions of people postpone dental care because of fear. But there is a solution: oral sedation. We offer sedation dentistry to help patients conquer fears and receive the care they need for a healthy smile. If you qualify for sedation dentistry, you'll simply take a sedative prior to treatment.
We ask that you please have a friend or family member drive you to and from your appointment. As your oral sedation takes effect, fears will subside, and you'll enter a relaxed state. You'll be able to respond to us during treatment, but you may not remember much about the experience the following day. The effects of oral sedation will subside throughout the day, and the following day you can resume work and play with a healthier smile!
We also offer nitrous oxide, or laughing gas. Nitrous oxide may be administered alone or in conjunction with oral sedation. For long procedures, intensely fearful patients, or those who cannot physically endure sitting in the dental chair for long, nitrous oxide and oral sedation provide a good option.