Sedation Dentistry
in hales Corners

The most common reason that patients choose to be sedated is dental anxiety. Fear of the dentist can make even a routine cleaning and oral exam seem intimidating. Sedation helps patients rest, relax, and mitigate the fear and anxiety that you may feel when coming to the dentist. However, sedation is also useful in other situations:

Strong gag reflex – If you have a strong gag reflex, it can be difficult to get treatment around your rear teeth. Dental sedation can help suppress your gag reflex, which makes it easier for you to get the treatment you need.

Multiple complex procedures – If you are having multiple teeth filled or extracted and will be spending several hours in the dentist’s chair, sedation can help you feel more comfortable throughout the entire process.

Fear of needles – Even if you are not afraid of the dentist, fear of needles can make it difficult for you to get treatment. Sedation can help you overcome your fear and get the dental care you need to maintain your oral health.

At our office, we offer laughing gas, which is also known as minimal inhaled sedation. This sedative is inhaled through a comfortable nose mask during your procedure. Dr. Keeling will control the amount of laughing gas that you receive to ensure that you feel comfortable throughout your entire appointment.

Laughing gas causes feelings of happiness and euphoria. You can expect to feel a bit disconnected when you inhale laughing gas, though you will still be able to respond to Dr. Keeling during your treatment. One of the many benefits of laughing gas is that it has few side effects and wears off quickly after your procedure. This means that you can easily drive yourself home after your appointment, which is not an option with more intensive methods of dental sedation.

Dental sedation can be used at any procedure at DK Dental Care. We want our patients to feel comfortable, so you can choose to be sedated during any appointment with Dr. David Keeling.
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Most patients choose to be sedated during dental procedures that involve invasive surgery. This is because sedation, combined with local anesthesia, can help eliminate pain and discomfort completely, and make you feel more relaxed. For example, it may be a good idea to be sedated while getting teeth extracted, or having dental implants placed in your mouth. 
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Sedation is also often recommended if you are going to be going through a lengthy procedure in the dentist’s chair. For example, if you’re getting dental bonding on multiple teeth or you need multiple fillings or crowns to repair your teeth, sedation dentistry can be very helpful. With sedation from DK Dental Care, it’s a lot easier to sit still and remain calm while spending 2+ hours in the dentist’s chair.
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If you think you could benefit from sedation at DK Dental Care, contact us now to discuss your options with our team. We can provide nitrous oxide sedation during just about any appointment as long as you are a healthy, qualified candidate for dental sedation.

Wondering how sedation at DK Dental Care with nitrous oxide can help you with feelings of dental anxiety? Here are a few ways that you may be able to benefit from sedation at our office.

• Minimizes feelings of pain and discomfort – Much of the anxiety related to going to the dentist is associated with pain. Nitrous oxide can help inhibit feelings of pain and discomfort and keep you feeling safe and comfortable, even if you’re scared of your pain during your dental procedure.
  
• Feel less embarrassed and self-conscious about your mouth – Laughing gas sedation helps you feel more disconnected from what’s happening around you, and creates a feeling of euphoria.
  
  If you have dental anxiety and are self-conscious about your oral health or how your teeth look, this can help you get the treatment you need from a dentist without feeling nervous, uncomfortable, or awkward. Our office is a judgment-free zone, so contact us now to get the care you need.
• Reduce fear related to your dental anxiety “triggers” – Sedation helps with common dental anxiety triggers, such as the sound of dental drills, the chemical smells that are often present in dental offices, and the feelings of loss of control associated with dentistry. This, in turn, allows you to feel more comfortable throughout your treatment.

No matter what the cause is of your dental anxiety, sedation from Dr. David Keeling at DK Dental Care can help you get the treatment you need without fear, discomfort, or feelings of panic and nervousness. 
To learn more about our sedation options and how we can help patients with dental anxiety, you can feel free to contact us online, or give us a call at (414) 529-3253 to schedule a consultation with Dr. Keeling.

Laughing gas causes feelings of happiness and euphoria. You can expect to feel a bit disconnected when you inhale laughing gas, though you will still be able to respond to Dr. Keeling during your treatment. One of the many benefits of laughing gas is that it has few side effects and wears off quickly after your procedure. This means that you can easily drive yourself home after your appointment, which is not an option with more intensive methods of dental sedation.

Laughing gas causes feelings of happiness and euphoria. You can expect to feel a bit disconnected when you inhale laughing gas, though you will still be able to respond to Dr. Keeling during your treatment. One of the many benefits of laughing gas is that it has few side effects and wears off quickly after your procedure. This means that you can easily drive yourself home after your appointment, which is not an option with more intensive methods of dental sedation.