Sedation Dentistry – Parker, CO

Take the Edge off Oral Healthcare

Dental hygienist smiles

Many people are anxious about or even afraid of seeing their dentists, and this can lead them to forgo treatments necessary to preserve beautiful smiles and prevent nasty oral infections. That’s why the team at RidgeGate Dental of Parker offers several effective sedation treatments that can reduce a patient’s sensitivity to pain and induce a sense of calmness and well-being that makes it easy to receive needed oral healthcare. Here’s a brief overview of the sedation methods we provide, but please feel free to contact our staff if you’d like to know more.

Why Choose RidgeGate Dental of Parker for Sedation Dentistry?

  • Experienced and Compassionate Dentist
  • Reduce Dental Anxiety to Make Oral Healthcare Easy
  • Flexible Financing Options Available from CareCredit and Cherry

Nitrous Oxide Sedation

Lady receives nitrous oxide

Nitrous oxide, also called laughing gas, has been used for almost two hundred years to help patients remain comfortable during dental procedures, and it is one of the most popular sedation options available. This colorless and odorless gas is fed to the patient’s nose through a hose, and its effects begin almost immediately. The patient’s sensitivity to pain will be reduced, and they will also feel a sense of calm, relaxation, and wellbeing. They may also experience dizziness, lightheadedness, or a feeling of heaviness in their limbs.

The effects of the gas will cease about fifteen minutes after the treatment stops, and it involves no lingering side effects. Patients receiving nitrous oxide can expect to be able to drive themselves home or back to work or school after the treatment, so this form of sedation can be excellent for those with busy schedules.

Oral Conscious Sedation

Lady prepares to take pill with water

Oral conscious sedation induces a deeper state of relaxation than nitrous oxide. Dr. Arnold will prescribe you a pill such as Ativan or Halcion to be taken briefly before your scheduled appointment. By the time you are sitting in the treatment chair, you should feel a deep sense of calmness and security that lasts throughout your procedure. This treatment involves no specialized equipment or injections, which can make it great for those who are anxious about needles or who find medical machinery intimidating. Oral conscious sedation is often used for patients who are receiving treatments that take a long time or many sequential treatments in one sitting. The effects can take several hours to wear off, so you will need to arrange for a trusted friend or family member to drive you home and monitor you for a while after the procedure.