Sedation dentistry is a wonderful choice for children who feel anxious or nervous about their dental treatment. Sedation dentistry involves using a sedative medication to help your child feel more relaxed and calm during their visit. There are several types of sedation dentistry available based on your child's individual needs and preferences:

• Nitrous oxide (laughing gas), which is a sedative gas that is mixed with oxygen. Your child simply inhales the gas during their treatment to help them feel more relaxed. Nitrous oxide is a mild form of sedation that wears off within just a few minutes after we stop the flow of gas.
• Conscious sedation, which involves your child taking an oral medication before their treatment. By the time of their appointment, your child will feel calm and at ease.
• IV sedation, which involves administering sedative medication intravenously (through the veins). This method of delivery enables our dentist to provide the sedation more quickly, as well as easily control the level of sedation to ensure that your child stays comfortable. With this form of sedation, your child will sleep throughout their entire treatment. We will monitor them closely and ensure their safety throughout the procedure.

Sedation dentistry will help your child feel more comfortable during their treatment. Our experienced dentist and dental team will ensure that your child's entire treatment is safe. Each member of our team is highly trained, and we will carefully monitor your child during their visit.

If your child suffers from dental anxiety, if they have had negative experiences at the dentist in the past or if they simply feel nervous about their treatment, sedation dentistry can help them feel more at ease. Sedation dentistry is also a good choice for children who have difficulty getting numb or who have an extremely sensitive gag reflex.

For more information on sedation dentistry and how it can make your child's dental experience more pleasant, we welcome you to contact us today.