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Relieve Dental Anxiety With Sedation Options in Cave Creek

Some patients experience mild uneasiness when they go to the dentist, while others have extreme anxiety. No matter how much dental fear you feel, we’ll help you overcome it with sedation options in Cave Creek, AZ.

Our safe dental sedation will:

Get the smile you want without fear or discomfort
Keep you relaxed during complex procedures
Reduce your awareness of sights, sounds, and sensations that bother you
Provide peace of mind throughout your appointments
Ease a sensitive gag reflex

Call 480-420-9562 to make an appointment or learn about our approach to patient care at Aesthetic Family Dentistry.

Sedation options for patients I think are definitely customized and individualized. You know, we do a lot of things just on our own as far as, you know, pillows and blankets and we have TVs for distraction they can watch during any procedures. You know, we use laughing gas is probably the most easy and the most reversible thing that can be done and that is any age can use that.

Takes the edge off, kind of like having a glass of wine or something comforting like that. We also do, you know, a pill ahead of time that can not completely put you under but definitely, you know, minimize what you’re aware of and just make the procedure go more quickly and especially larger, more reconstructive or cosmetic cases that tends to be the best option to help patients just, you know, not overthink about things. Most people probably had something like it over their time.

I mean, whether it be a little Valium or various other things that, again, it doesn’t, you’re still in control, you still are aware what’s going on, it just kind of eases the mind a little bit, lets the time pass more quickly, definitely lets anesthetic work better, all those kind of things and, you know, we monitor their blood pressure and their oxygen levels and all those things throughout that. Any age could be a good candidate for dental sedation. Younger kids, we tend to lean more toward the laughing gas but we have a lot of older adult patients that have either used that for a long time or we’ve introduced it to them and it just helps procedures seem to be more quickly and more streamlined.

So, really just about anybody can be a candidate for it. We approach sedation safely and thoughtfully by monitoring blood pressure, oxygen levels and doing a really thorough background check on their medical history, any medicines they may be on, any reactions they’ve ever had to any medicines, any allergies and things like that. Fear is probably the number one obstacle, I think, to dentistry.

So, sedation kind of quiets that part of the brain that lets fear take over. So, therefore, they’re not as nervous certainly but everything works better. Anesthetic works better, we can be more efficient, we can do more at one visit.

So, it overall helps greatly with people that have really high fear.

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Inhaled sedation (or laughing gas) is a safe and noninvasive method suitable for patients of all ages, including children. It takes effect quickly and can be easily adjusted during treatment. This gentle form of sedation wears off rapidly, allowing patients to recover without lingering grogginess. For more extensive procedures, oral sedation offers a deeper level of relaxation. Due to its longer-lasting effects, patients require transportation home after treatment.

For those seeking a drug-free alternative, NuCalm mimics the brain’s natural transition into early sleep stages. This method combines natural amino acid supplements, calming audio, light-blocking glasses, and FDA-approved relaxation patches placed behind the ears. This innovative approach offers patients a holistic way to relax during dental visits without the use of traditional sedatives.

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To ensure you receive the right level of sedation, we will consider your physical condition, your prior experiences at the dentist, and the kind of treatment you’ll receive. We encourage you to be honest with us about your pain tolerance and your past history with sedation. Working together, we’ll select the kind of sedation that will work best to relieve your anxiety.

You’ll also appreciate our relaxing atmosphere, which feels like a home and not a hospital. Help yourself to a refreshment from our beverage bar! During your treatment, you can watch TV or a movie on a ceiling-mounted monitor while we work. A warm blanket and neck or back pillows also will help you stay comfortable and cozy. Call us today at 480-420-9562 explore our sedation options in Cave Creek, AZ. You can also schedule online to make an appointment.

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Common Questions About Sedation Options

Does sedation dentistry work for most patients?

Over the years, we have found that most patients respond well to our sedation options. If you tend to suffer from dental anxiety, we have a sedation method that will work for you. Our goal is to help you relax as much as possible so you can get the dental care your smile needs. We’ll do our best to make sure your procedure is completely pleasant.

What sedation options are available to me?

We offer three kinds of sedation: inhaled sedation (also called laughing gas), oral sedation in the form of a prescription pill, and a drug-free form of sedation called NuCalm. We’ll help you choose the kind of sedation that will work best for you. Among other factors, we’ll consider your medical history, your anxiety level, and the type of procedure you’re undergoing.

Are your sedation options safe?

Yes, our sedation dentistry is completely safe because it is expertly administered and monitored by our trained team. Inhaled sedation uses mild laughing gas, which is safe even for children. Oral conscious sedation works using a small, FDA-approved pill. We even have a drug-free sedation option that combines amino acids with calming music or nature sounds. We’ll also block out lights and sound for you with this option. As a result, it relieves your anxiety in a natural way. You can feel confident in our team’s ability to use our dental sedation options for your benefit.

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