Sedation Dentistry – Rochester, MN
Overcoming Your
Dental Fears
No matter your age, there’s no shame in being afraid of the dentist or anxious about getting dental care in general. Dental anxieties and phobias affect a lot of people, and many find that they actively prevent them from getting care even when it’s seriously needed. In additional to his gentle chairside manner, Dr. Brong can soothe your dental worries with one of two types of sedation dentistry in our Rochester, MN dental office. Call today to discuss your options and figure out which might be right for you.
Why Choose Zumbro Family Dental for Sedation Dentistry?
- Nitrous Oxide for Mild Anxieties
- Oral Conscious Sedation for Advanced Fears
- Non-Judgmental Dental Environment
Oral Conscious Dental Sedation
With oral conscious sedation, all you need to do is take a pill when instructed. After waiting for the effects kick in, you’ll notice that your anxieties and fears will start to fade; in fact, you’ll be comfortable with everything happening around you. This type of sedation does not put you to sleep; some patients are drowsy enough to drift off, but waking them up is quite simple. You’ll still be drowsy after the treatment is finished, so make sure someone is prepared to take you home.
Nitrous Oxide Sedation
Nitrous oxide sedation is a tried-and-true calming solution that is suitable for patients of all ages. If you’re wondering why you’ve never heard of it before, it’s likely because you’ve heard it by another name: laughing gas. If you are interested in learning more about it, and if you’re a candidate, don’t hesitate to call our Rochester dental team or read on!
Who is a Good Candidate for Nitrous Oxide?
Nitrous oxide is usually preferred for soothing such anxieties for one major reason: the effects don’t linger as long as other options. However, even if you don’t struggle with dental-related anxiety, you may benefit from adding this calming solution to your treatment plan. For example, if you have a fear of needles, struggle with a sensitive gag reflex, or experience head/neck/jaw pain in the treatment chair, this may be the solution you’ve been looking for! It will keep you relaxed during your entire visit, creating a more positive experience overall.
How Does Nitrous Oxide Work?
Nitrous oxide is administered once you arrive at our office and get comfortably settled into the treatment chair. We’ll place a nasal mask over your nose, switch on the nitrous oxide, and ask you to breathe in through your nose. After a few minutes, you’ll feel a wave of relaxation wash over you, melting away any anxiety, stress, or nerves in the process.
Since nitrous oxide doesn’t put you to sleep, you can easily ask questions and respond to cues during your time in the treatment chair. We can even adjust the level of nitrous throughout your visit, ensuring you stay completely at ease.
Aftercare for Nitrous Oxide
After we’re done providing the necessary care, we’ll let you know and switch off the nitrous oxide. Since the effects wear off quickly, you’ll only need a few minutes to fully recover. As a result, you don’t have to worry about interrupting the rest of your day or having someone else drive you home.
Important note: We will give you aftercare instructions pertaining to the treatment you received. For example, if we restored a badly damaged tooth with a dental crown, we will ask you to wait until the numbing agent has worn off before you eat anything, and that you rinse your mouth periodically with warm saltwater.
