SEDATION DENTISTRY

Are you nervous about the dentist?

You are not alone. Our team strives to make every patient feel welcome and comfortable, and we have a special knack for turning any negative opinions about the dentist around with our kind and compassionate nature. We understand that many of our patients come to us with history – some of which they might prefer to forget. We would be honored to turn those negative feelings around.

Does fear keep you from the dentist?

If you avoid the dentist long enough, eventually a problem will arise that requires an emergency dental appointment. If you have a fear of the dentist or anxiety at the thought of sitting in the dental chair, an emergency dental visit might make you feel more afraid because you can’t plan for it and might even be in pain.

What if there was a way that you could have the dental care you need, safely and without stress? With sedation dentistry, we make it possible for our patients every single day.

Sedation Dentistry for Comfortable Treatment

If you have difficulty getting numb, or you suffer from an overactive gag reflex, sedation dentistry can make your dental visits far more comfortable. In addition to alleviating anxiety, sedation dentistry works in conjunction with local anesthesia to ensure your dental visit is pain-free.

Mild Dental Sedation – Nitrous Oxide

Our mildest form of sedation is nitrous oxide, an odorless gas administered through a small breathing mask that fits over the nose. Nitrous oxide, also called laughing gas, is popular for patients who want to be able to resume their normal activities after their dental appointment. It’s so mild; we can even use it for children to help them sit still and relax while we look after their mouth.

Dr. Mathew can adjust the levels of sedation throughout the appointment to ensure that you stay relaxed and comfortable. Once we stop administering the gas and switch over to pure oxygen, you will begin to feel completely refreshed in just a few minutes.

Moderate Dental Sedation – Oral Sedation

Sedation dentistry, also known as “Twilight Sleep,” or “sleep dentistry", is a technique used by Dr. Mathew at TLC Dental Spa to help patients relax during dental procedures. The process involves the use of medications that help to calm and soothe the patient, making them feel comfortable and relaxed throughout the procedure. Sedation dentistry can also help to reduce the time required for dental procedures. When patients are anxious or uncomfortable, it can be difficult for dentists to perform procedures efficiently. This can be especially beneficial for patients who need complex or time-consuming procedures.

Sedation dentistry is also an excellent option for patients with a sensitive gag reflex. For some patients, the gag reflex can be triggered by dental instruments, making it difficult for dentists to perform certain procedures. Sedation dentistry helps to relax the patient and reduce the sensitivity of the gag reflex, making it easier for dentists to work on the patient’s teeth. While you will be able to respond to our team’s questions and requests, you might feel dreamy with little sense of time. Most patients report that they have little memory of their treatment. If you are fearful of the dentist, this is a bonus! 

Our team will do a complete workup of your medical history to make sure that oral sedation is safe for you.

Would You Like to Relax in the Dental Chair?

Our practice has options to help you feel less stress during your procedure. Contact our office to learn more or to set up a sedation dentistry consultation.