Sedation
Dentistry
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Comfortable Dentistry for Anxious Patients
Dental anxiety is common, and at LaPointe Family Dentistry, we're committed to making your visit as comfortable and stress-free as possible. We offer safe, effective sedation options to help you feel calm and relaxed during dental treatment.
Nitrous Oxide Sedation (Laughing Gas)
Nitrous oxide is a gentle, fast-acting sedative that helps you feel relaxed and at ease during your dental treatment.
How Nitrous Oxide Works
- Inhaled through a small, comfortable mask
- Takes effect within minutes
- Helps you feel calm while remaining fully awake
- Allows you to communicate with our dental team
- Effects wear off quickly after mask is removed
- No lingering drowsiness—resume normal activities immediately
Ideal For:
- Patients with mild to moderate dental anxiety
- Longer dental procedures
- Those who want to feel more comfortable and relaxed
- Patients with sensitive gag reflex
- Anyone who wants anxiety-free dental care
- Nitrous oxide is safe for most patients and has been used successfully in dentistry for decades.
Oral Sedation Combined with Nitrous Oxide
For patients who need deeper relaxation, we offer a powerful combination of oral sedation and nitrous oxide to provide maximum comfort.
How Combined Sedation Works
Oral Sedation
You take a prescribed medication in our office prior to your appointment. This helps you feel deeply relaxed and calm while remaining awake and responsive.
Nitrous Oxide Addition
Laughing gas is added to further enhance relaxation and ensure complete comfort during your procedure.
Continuous Monitoring
Our team carefully monitors you throughout your treatment to ensure your safety and comfort.
What to Expect
- Feel deeply relaxed and calm
- Remain awake and able to respond
- Experience little to no anxiety
- May feel drowsy during and after treatment
- Little memory of the procedure afterward
- Transportation Required: A responsible adult must drive you to and from your appointment due to lingering drowsiness
Ideal For:
- Patients with higher levels of dental anxiety
- Those with strong gag reflex
- Difficulty sitting through longer procedures
- Multiple treatments in one visit
- Anyone who needs extra comfort to receive dental care
Safety & personalized care
Your comfort and safety are our top priorities. Before recommending any sedation option, Dr. LaPointe carefully reviews your medical history and discusses your needs to determine the best approach for you.
Our Commitment to Safe Sedation
- Thorough medical history review
- Discussion of your anxiety level and concerns
- Clear pre- and post-treatment instructions
- Continuous monitoring during treatment
- Experienced team trained in sedation protocols
- Emergency equipment and protocols in place
With the right sedation method, dental care can be a calm, comfortable, and positive experience, even for the most anxious patients.
Don't let anxiety prevent you from getting the care you need. Ask about our sedation options at your next appointment. Your comfort is of utmost importance to us.
Accepting new patients! Most dental insurance plans accepted.
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