Nitrous Oxide Sedation – Allen, TX
Helping You Feel Comfortable While At the Dentist’s Office
Does the thought of picking up the phone and contacting your dental office to schedule an appointment for treatment make you feel clammy and nervous? If you suffer from dental fear or anxiety, you’re not alone. In fact, countless adults and children in America feel the same way, which is why dentists offer a variety of sedation techniques. At Allen Smile Design, we provide nitrous oxide to both our younger and older patients so they can feel comfortable and relaxed while receiving the care they need. If you have questions or would like to enjoy a hassle-free dental visit, contact our office today!
Why Choose Allen Smile Design For Nitrous Oxide Sedation?
- Treating Patients of All Ages
- Friendly & Experienced Dental Team
- High-Quality Care
What Makes People Scared of the Dentist?
It’s estimated that about 75 percent of Americans have some degree of dental phobia or worry. There are several different reasons why people may develop fear or anxiety related to visiting the dentist. Here are some common reasons why these emotional responses may occur:
- Bad past experiences
- Fear of receiving bad news
- Uncomfortable with having foreign objects in their mouth
- Feel a lack of control in the environment
- Dislike for the smell and sounds at dental offices
Who is a Good Candidate for Nitrous Oxide Sedation?
Dental anxiety can impact patients from all backgrounds and ages, which is why your sedation dentist in Allen offers a variety of techniques to help patients feel relaxed and comfortable while getting the dental treatments they need. With nitrous oxide, patients are able to immediately feel a wave of relaxing relief wash over them as soon as we administer the sedation. This allows patients who suffer from the following to experience a more enjoyable appointment:
- Fear of needles
- Scared of the dentist
- Difficulty controlling their body movement
- Suffer from a strong gag reflex
- Have difficulty getting numb
- Suffer from tooth sensitivity
How Does Nitrous Oxide Sedation Work?
Administering nitrous oxide sedation is fast and easy. When you sit down in the treatment chair, one of our experienced dental professionals will place a small nose mask on you. This will allow you to breathe in a combination of oxygen and nitrous oxide. Within a minute or two, you will begin to feel calm, tingly, and some patients even report some light-headedness.
As soon as the effects have fully kicked in, we will begin your treatment. Once we’ve finished, we’ll remove the mask. Within a few minutes, the effects of the sedation will wear off, allowing you to go about the rest of your day like normal.