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Sedation Dentistry in Wicker Park Your Comfort is Our Top Priority

At Smile Science Chicago, we understand the fear and anxiety that can come with knowing you need dental treatment.

For some, going to the dentist for a simple cleaning can bring on sleepless nights, and we get it. Our goal is to change that mindset, one patient at a time.

By working with our patients in a caring and respectful manner, and by using the appropriate sedation dentistry options during treatment, we have been able to turn many apprehensive patients into raving fans.m Allowing them to receive the care they need, when they need it.

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A Gentle Approach to Dentistry Every Care Is Taken Into Consideration

If you are worried about tolerating the dental treatment needed, you are not alone. Many people feel this way and their worries tend to fall into one or more of the reasons below –

  • Pain of treatment
  • Lasting effects of sedation
  • Holding still during procedure
  • Feeling pain after appointment
  • Communication while sedated

There is no need to feel embarrassed or ashamed, as we welcome an honest conversation about those concerns so that we can address them.

Your concerns are valid, and you deserve to have them heard and acknowledged by a qualified provider like those at Smile Science Chicago.

Is dental sedation safe?

Absolutely. The key to safety with any type of sedation is to be in the care of properly trained professionals like those who will work with you at Smile Science Chicago.

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Benefits of Sedation Dentistry We Take Sedation Seriously in Our Office

If your concerns about dental care cause you to delay treatment, no need to hold off any longer. You will find a comfortable home here with us.

When necessary, we are happy to bring in a licensed anesthesiologist for your appointment.

In other cases, we can utilize our hygienists who are certified to provide local anesthetic for perio treatments.

The topic of sedation is one we take seriously, and we work hard to provide every patient with exactly what they need.

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Local Anesthesia Local Anesthesia

In many cases, Wicker Park sedation dentistry will require nothing more than local anesthesia to prevent pain from occurring while your treatment is completed. This is often the preferred choice for minor procedure that don’t demand more significant sedation.

For example, if you are having a cavity filled, it’s likely that local anesthesia can be used to numb the area around the cavity and make it possible for the filling to be placed without discomfort along the way.

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Nitrous Oxide Nitrous Oxide

Commonly known as laughing gas, the use of nitrous oxide is a great way to offer moderate sedation for patients who are uncomfortable with dental treatment. Once applied, the nitrous oxide will cause the patient to feel pleasant and even happy, so the treatment can proceed without any anxiety.

One of the great things about the use of nitrous oxide is how quickly the effects wear off once the mask is removed. After just a short period, any impacts from the gas should be gone and the patient is often able to drive home on their own.

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Oral Sedation Oral Sedation

If you need a deeper level of sedation, it may be recommended that you utilize an oral sedative. This approach can cause you to feel relaxed and drowsy, and you may even fall into a light sleep. Since the effect of oral sedation is more powerful, you will need to have someone available to get you home after the procedure.

Oral sedation is an excellent option for patients who are particularly anxious about their treatment. Also, someone with a strong gag reflex may need the stronger sedation in order to get through the treatment successfully.

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Learn more about what you can expect from Smile Science Chicago by reading some of the reviews left by our many satisfied patients.

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