Dental anxiety is real
Many people put off the dentist because of fear, a bad past experience or a strong gag reflex, and some do not even realize how anxious they are until they are in the chair. At Creekside Dental Care, when the team notices dental anxiety, they gladly offer oral conscious sedation to make the visit comfortable.
How it works
Dr. Bal reviews your health history and medications, then prescribes a sedative you take before your appointment. You stay awake and able to respond, but you feel calm and relaxed. A local anesthetic still numbs the treatment area, so you are comfortable from start to finish.
Treatments patients often pair with sedation
- Wisdom teeth removal
- Extractions and bone grafting
- Dental implants
- Longer restorative visits with several fillings or crowns
Patients become loyal
Patients who try sedation regularly tell us they barely remember the procedure they worried about, and many go on to keep up regular care because the dentist no longer feels like something to dread.
