We will always choose the most conservative treatment options available to your child, and we seek to use non-invasive procedures whenever possible. However, there are times when your child may need to be sedated to care for them properly. Ultimately, their safety and comfort are our utmost concern.
Laughing gas is the common term for Nitrous Oxide, a safe and mild method used during dental procedures. Your child will be awake and responsive throughout the procedure, in a more relaxed state.
Because this type of sedation is short-lived with a gentle effect, it is often used for children. Nitrous oxide puts patients at ease to remain relaxed during dental procedures allowing the anxious child a more pleasant dental experience! We customize each case individually and will discuss sedation only if necessary.
Some children suffer from dental anxiety, feel extreme fear, are unable to cooperate, or require extensive dental treatment. We want all patients to receive excellent dental care despite these factors. To this end, we offer in-house general anesthesia sedation dentistry from an anesthesiologist to ensure the comfort and safety of our patients.
Oral conscious sedation (OCS) can be an effective method to help increase cooperation and reduce anxiety and discomfort/pain associated with dental treatment. Various medications can be used to sedate a child and are selected based on your child’s age, overall health, level of anxiety, and dental treatment recommendations.
The dental provider will discuss this method of treatment if appropriate for your child.
