While no dental procedure is 100% comfortable, we go to great lengths to
minimize any discomfort you might feel. Many of our patients make
statements like, "This wasn't even painful. How did you do that?"
The following are some of the latest techniques we use to provide you with as
comfortable an experience as possible:
Pre-medication
Patient comfort is one of the most important aspects of care. Different
patients have different needs for pain and anxiety control medication.
Depending upon the procedure and your wishes, there are many medications we
can prescribe.
Patients with certain medical conditions (e.g. valvular heart conditions and
artificial joints) may be asked to pre-medicate with antibiotics prior to
treatment. We do this with your safety in mind. Please inform us if you have
a condition that might require pre-medication.
Injections of Anesthesia
In the past, injections of dental anesthesia by others may have been
uncomfortable. We recognize this and take extra care when preparing a
patient for anesthetic. We use a topical anesthetic on your gums first to
desensitize them and then administer the injection very slowly and precisely
to reduce the burning sensation that can be experienced. These techniques
ensure our patients have minimal, if any, discomfort during this portion of
care.
Sedation
For those patients who would feel more comfortable with sedation, we offer nitrous oxide and oral sedatives to help you relax
during your treatment.
Your comfort is one of our primary concerns. If you have any questions about
anesthesia or sedation, please do not hesitate to discuss these with us.
Patient Safety
We adhere to the highest professional standards of cleanliness, sterilization,
and radiation control. Our staff regularly attend safety seminars and are
knowledgeable on the latest techniques.
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