At Remington Family Dental, we offer sedation dentistry to ensure you feel comfortable and relaxed during your visits and receive the care you need without stress. Our compassionate dentists and team are committed to helping you feel at ease, offering various sedation options to alleviate dental anxiety and fear. During your consultation, we will review your sedation choices, dental needs, and medical history to determine the best sedation method for you.
Our dentists may recommend sedation dentistry for patients who experience significant dental anxiety, have an overactive gag reflex, need extensive dental work in one session, or face other challenges that make treatment difficult.
Types of Sedation Dentistry We Offer:
Nitrous Oxide (Laughing Gas)
Nitrous oxide is a gentle form of sedation inhaled through a mask placed over your nose. Within minutes, you’ll feel relaxed and at ease, with many patients describing a “floating” or euphoric sensation. The effects of nitrous oxide wear off quickly after the mask is removed, allowing you to safely drive yourself home after your appointment.
IV Sedation
IV sedation is administered directly into the bloodstream, providing fast and effective relaxation. While this form of conscious sedation keeps you awake and aware, many patients become so relaxed that they may fall asleep or not recall the details of their procedure. If you choose IV sedation, it’s essential to have someone accompany you to drive you home and stay with you as the medication wears off.
General Anesthesia
General anesthesia induces sleep, making it an ideal option for those who need complex procedures or have severe dental anxiety. Our dentists administer general anesthesia via injection and may use local anesthetics to ensure comfort when you wake up. If you undergo general anesthesia, you will need someone to drive you home and stay with you during your recovery.
Your Comfort Matters
Our goal is to make your dental experience as smooth and stress-free as possible. Contact Remington Family Dental to learn more about how sedation dentistry can benefit you and to schedule your consultation with our dental team. We’re here to ensure you receive the care you need in comfort!