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Don't let dental fear or anxiety be the reason for poor oral health. Sedation dentistry can help you relax and get the care you need.

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Sedation Dentistry

Here at Desert Foothills Dental, we go above and beyond to create a welcoming and comfortable environment. The quality of our patients' experiences is crucial, and we offer sedation dentistry for those who want a more relaxed, stress-free visit.

It's common for some people to experience anxious or negative feelings about dental visits. Some feel a twinge of anxiety or butterflies when they head for their appointment; others experience crippling anxiety so severe that they don't seek dental care at all.

Sedation Allows You to Get the Care You Need

When you visit our Phoenix, AZ, dental office, you will find a group of genuinely kind and caring professionals who aim to help you feel positive about oral health care. Our dental team prioritizes patient comfort, and offering sedation dentistry plays an important role.

If you can't bring yourself to schedule dental appointments due to anxiety, you are at increased risk for cavities, gum disease, and more costly and complex treatment. Sedation dentistry can help turn the tide so you can approach dentistry more positively and get the care you need.

We Customize Sedation to Fit Your Needs

Everyone has different anxiety triggers; some don't like the sounds and smells of a dental office, while others remember a bad experience with a dentist in the past. We encourage you to share your concerns so that we can personalize your sedation level to meet your needs.

And if you're nervous about visiting the dentist, please don't think it's just you—one study estimates that dental fear affects about 36 percent of Americans!

Minimal Sedation with Nitrous Oxide

Also called laughing gas, nitrous oxide is considered minimal sedation. We administer a mixture of oxygen and nitrous oxide through a small comfortable nosepiece, and all you do is sit back, relax, and inhale.

The benefits of nitrous you will appreciate are the following:

You remain fully awake but will experience a very relaxed and dreamy state that is very comforting.
You will notice the activity around you fades into the background, and time seems to pass faster.
You may find that you don't remember much about the appointment afterward.
We monitor you carefully throughout your procedure and adjust the sedation level to ensure you are always comfortable.
Because you are so relaxed, we can often perform multiple procedures in one appointment, meaning fewer visits and injections.
Nitrous oxide's effects begin to wear off as soon as we stop administering it. In many cases, you can drive yourself home from your appointment.

Oral Conscious Sedation

If you want to experience greater relaxation, we recommend oral conscious sedation that involves taking a prescribed medication about an hour before your appointment. Some essential things you need to know about oral sedation are:

You will need an escort to drive you safely to and from your appointment.
We will administer a second dose of medication during your visit.
You will feel drowsy and relaxed but remain awake throughout your procedure.
You may not remember much about your appointment.

Can Sedation Dentistry Help You at Your Next Appointment?

There's no need to put your dental health at risk due to anxiety. With nitrous oxide and oral conscious sedation at our Phoenix dental office, you can relax and get the care you need to enjoy optimal oral health.

Please call Desert Foothills Dental to learn more about the benefits of dental sedation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is nitrous oxide safe?

Yes. Nitrous oxide is mild sedation that's even safe for children. It has been used safely in dentistry since the mid-1800s to minimize a patient's discomfort and anxiety.

There are many benefits to using nitrous oxide, also called minimal sedation dentistry. Nitrous is a gas we mix with oxygen, and a trained team member administers it through a comfortable nose mask.

We monitor you carefully during your procedure to ensure you are comfortable and receive the ideal amount of relaxation to ensure your comfort.

The Benefits of Nitrous Oxide

Our patients at Desert Foothills Dental appreciate nitrous oxide because they start to feel the calming effects in moments. Minimal sedation doesn't put you to sleep; it helps you feel drowsy and relaxed, and you won't be bothered by what's happening around you.

Nitrous is also a good choice for busy patients because its effects wear off quickly. After your procedure, we have you breathe pure oxygen for several minutes as the drowsy effects dissipate. Most patients can drive themselves home after their appointment and continue with their day.

Ask about Nitrous Oxide at Your Next Visit

Our top concerns at Desert Foothills Dental are your comfort and safety, and we also offer oral conscious sedation. If you would like more information about sedation dentistry at our Phoenix dental office, please give us a call!

How does marijuana use affect dental care?

The effects of marijuana on dental care and dental anesthesia can vary depending on the individual. However, here are some general observations:

Dental Anesthesia: Marijuana use can affect the way your body responds to dental anesthesia, making it more difficult to achieve a sufficient level of sedation for dental procedures. This can lead to a longer recovery time or increased discomfort during the procedure.
Interaction with Medications: If you are using marijuana and other medications, it's important to inform your dentist, as some medications can interact with each other and impact the effectiveness of dental anesthesia. Anxiety and
Nervousness: For some people, marijuana use can increase anxiety and nervousness, making it more difficult to undergo dental procedures. This can lead to increased stress levels and discomfort during the procedure.
Impairment of Cognitive and Motor Skills: Marijuana use can impair cognitive and motor skills, making it more difficult to follow instructions during a dental procedure and increasing the risk of injury to the patient or the dental staff.

It's important to inform your dentist if you use marijuana, so they can take it into account when planning your dental care and administer the appropriate amount of anesthesia. This can help ensure a safe and effective dental procedure.

Why can't I get a quote over the phone?

For the vast majority of dental procedures, we need to take a look at what you need a quote for before stating a dollar amount. For example, with a crown, several factors determine the price including but not limited to:

Does the tooth need a root canal?
Does the tooth need a build-up?
What kind of material needs to be used for the crown?
Does the patient clench or grind their teeth?
Is the tooth supported by healthy teeth and gums?
Does the tooth need custom color matching?

That being said, we CAN quote prices for things such as exams and some basic procedures over the phone.

Meet Our Doctor:

Dr. Aditya Singh DDS FAGD

Dr. Singh earned his Doctorate in Dental Surgery in 2001 from The Ohio State University. Before dental school, Dr. Singh attended Case Western Reserve University, majoring in biology with a concentration in communication sciences. He completed an American Academy of Implant Dentistry MaxiCourse® in 2007. In 2010, he earned a Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry, an accomplishment achieved by only 6% of dentists. In 2012, Dr. Singh received his nitrous and IV sedation certificate from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine.

In 2019, Dr. Singh was honored to receive ...

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Nitrous Oxide (Laughing Gas)

If you suffer from anxiety that makes you avoid dental visits, nitrous oxide can help you relax so you can have a comfortable appointment. Nitrous is also called laughing gas because it makes you feel very calm and happy.

Nitrous oxide is a gas, so we mix it with oxygen and administer it through a small breathing mask. As you inhale, you start to feel relaxed and a little dreamy as the sights and sounds around you fade into the background.

A trained team member monitors you throughout your procedure to ensure you are safe and comfortable. After treatment, we stop the nitrous, so you can breathe pure oxygen for several minutes as the drowsy feelings dissipate. There are no lingering side effects, and most patients can drive themselves home from their appointments safely.

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