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At The Dental Care Center, we never underestimate the importance of patient education. We care about the health of our patients, and we also know that good oral care is essential for a person’s overall health.
Some of the most commonly asked questions we hear are answered below. If you have any other questions, or if you have questions about your specific treatment or oral health in general, please don’t hesitate to ask! We want to help you make informed decisions about the oral health of you and your family.
Sedation Dentistry
Patients of all ages can feel anxious at the dental office. The anxiety ranges from mild discomfort to a more complex dental phobia. Fortunately, your compassionate dentist offers sedation dentistry in Van Nuys, CA, including nitrous oxide to help ease stress during your dental procedure.
In our dental office, we always numb the treatment site, but this may not be enough for those who are feeling anxious. The first level of sedation after local anesthesia is nitrous oxide.
Nitrous oxide is a safe and odorless gas delivered through a small mask worn over the nose. This gas produces feelings of relaxation and detachment. Our anxious patients often do not mind dental treatment when under the influence of nitrous oxide, and this gas is safe for patients of all ages.
When we remove the nasal mask, the effects of the gas wear off quickly. This means you can drive yourself home, go back to work, and enjoy your day without feeling tired and sedated.
Contact Your 91405 Dentist Office for More Information
If you would like to schedule a dental exam, or if you would like more information about sedation dentistry in Van Nuys, CA, reach out to one of our compassionate team members today.
At the Dental Care Center, we understand patient anxiety and dental phobia, and it is our goal to help every patient feel relaxed when under our care. For this reason, your dentist in Van Nuys, CA offers different options for sedation dentistry.
Sedation allows you to get the treatment you need without feeling anxious or unsure. Dental sedation is also safe for most patients, and your dentist typically asks about your medical history before moving forward.
Of course, we always use local anesthesia when performing invasive treatments like root canal therapy or certain cosmetic dentistry options, but for those who need a little more reassurance, your dentist considers nitrous oxide, oral sedation, and sometimes a combination of these options.
Nitrous Oxide is a safe and relaxing gas delivered through a nasal mask. It allows you to relax during your time in the dental chair. One of the benefits of nitrous oxide—aside from feeling relaxed—is that it wears off immediately after removing your mask. This means you can drive home from your procedure and enjoy your day.
Oral sedation is a pill you take approximately one hour before your dental procedure. With this option, you may not recall your dental treatment, but you will still be able to respond to the dentist. Oral sedation means a friend or family member must drive you to and from our 91405 dentist office.
In some cases, your dentist recommends combination therapy to help those who are especially anxious.
For Sedation Dentistry in Van Nuys, CA, Contact Us
Our gentle team is here to make your dental experience as easy and comfortable as possible. Contact The Dental Care Center for more information on sedation dentistry and to schedule an appointment!