Sedation

Sedation dentistry is endorsed by the American Dental Association as an effective way to make patients more comfortable during treatment. We offer both nitrous oxide (laughing gas) and oral sedatives to help keep our patients relaxed and comfortable during their dental procedures.

Whether using nitrous oxide or oral sedatives, sedation dentistry can help reduce a patient’s fear and anxiety when it comes to dental treatment. Nitrous oxide is best suited for cases of mild-to-moderate anxiety and is the most frequently used sedation method. Under nitrous oxide, a patient remains conscious and able to breathe on their own, with a sense of total well-being (euphoria.) Oral sedatives are administered as a pill and also create a comfortable patient experience. Patients generally recover quickly, often with little memory of the procedure.

Oral sedation dentistry offers an anxiety-free, safe, and comfortable way for patients to receive treatment and is available for virtually any procedure.