Sedation Dentistry

Sedation dentistry can be a game-changer for patients who feel anxious at the thought of visiting the dentist. It allows them to receive the dental care they need without feeling fearful or stressed. Regardless of the type of sedation, we typically administer a local anesthetic for your comfort. That helps numb the treatment area, ensuring a pain-free, relaxed dental procedure.

Here is a look at our conscious sedation options:

Nitrous Oxide Sedation: Nitrous oxide, also known as laughing gas, is our most popular form of sedation. The mild inhaled sedative offers a safe and effective way to reduce anxiety during dental procedures. During treatment, you’ll breathe a mixture of nitrous oxide and oxygen through a mask. You’ll feel relaxed but will remain awake and aware of your surroundings. Once your treatment is done and we remove your mask, the effects of nitrous oxide will wear off almost immediately, allowing you to drive home safely and get on with your day without interruption.

Oral Conscious Sedation: Oral conscious sedation is a form of sedation that involves taking an oral sedative before your dental appointment. The level of sedation can range from minimal to moderate, depending on the dose of medications. You will feel relaxed and sleepy but will be awake and able to follow directions. Most individuals remember very little, if any, of their time under sedation. The effects of oral sedation may linger, so we request that a trusted friend or family member stay with you and accompany you home. 

Regardless of the type of sedation, we typically administer a local anesthetic for your comfort. That helps numb the treatment area, ensuring a pain-free, relaxed dental procedure.