Special Care for Dental Anxiety

Sometimes a child comes to us that has had a negative dental experience or they are too young to understand the dental treatment needed. We offer different sedation options to help them relax and make their dental appointment more comfortable for everyone, patient and parent alike.

For most patients, laughing gas (nitrous oxide) is very safe and plenty to help your child relax. It is mixed with oxygen and delivered with a small mask worn over your child’s nose. Your child is awake, responsive, and breathes without assistance. When treatment is finished, we administer pure oxygen and the laughing gas will leave your child’s system without lasting effects.

If your child is older or suffers from severe anxiety, in-office IV sedation may be recommended. Our doctors will be able to discuss these options with you to help your child get the care they need.