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I’m very anxious\/nervous about going to the dentist. Do you provide any sedation options?<\/h3>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t

It is understandable that just the thought of going to the dentist evokes severe anxiety for many people. \u00a0This can be caused by past experiences that they’ve had,\u00a0stories that they’ve heard from others, fear,\u00a0or any other issue that elicits the anxiety associated with the dentist. \u00a0We can provide you with a few different options to alleviate your fears or anxiety.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t

1. \u00a0Iatrosedation<\/strong>\u00a0– Iatrosedation\u00a0is\u00a0defined\u00a0as\u00a0the act of making calm by the doctor’s behavior. \u00a0Frequently many fears and anxieties can be calmed with simple good old fashion communication. \u00a0After listening to what causes your fears or anxieties, Dr. Boss can sometimes alter circumstances to accommodate for those eliciting factors. \u00a0Simply knowing that your doctor understands your individual circumstances can sometimes be enough to soothe your fears. \u00a0<\/p>\n

2. \u00a0Anxiolysis<\/strong>\u00a0– This option allows us to prescribe you a medication that you take prior to your treatment appointment. \u00a0Many patients report that it takes the edge off enough for them to comfortably cope with their dental\u00a0appointment and it’s not uncommon for our patients to nap during their procedure or report\u00a0that they didn’t remember the procedure\u00a0with this option.<\/p>\n

3. \u00a0Nitrous Oxide\u00a0<\/strong>–\u00a0Nitrous oxide is a safe and effective sedative agent that is mixed with oxygen and inhaled through a small mask that fits over your nose to help you relax.\u00a0Nitrous oxide, sometimes called \u201claughing gas,\u201d is one option we may offer to help make you more\u00a0comfortable during your root canal procedure. It is not intended to put you to sleep. You will be able to hear and respond to any requests or directions. You breath\u00a0normally through your nose, and within a few short minutes you should start to feel the effects of the nitrous oxide. You may feel light-headed or a tingling in your arms and legs. Some people say their arms and legs feel heavy. Ultimately, you should feel calm and comfortable. The effects of nitrous oxide wear off soon after the mask is removed.<\/p>\n

4. \u00a0IV Sedation<\/strong> – In some circumstances our patients prefer to be sedated during treatment. \u00a0In these circumstances we can coordinate with a nurse anesthetist whom we work with to provide IV sedation during your root canal treatment in our office. \u00a0This allows Dr. Boss to focus on the intricacies of your root canal while a trained professional manages your sedation.\u00a0<\/p>\n

All of these options are available to you and during your evaluation appointment Dr. Boss would be happy to discuss which is best for your particular circumstance. \u00a0Patients with the following conditions might want to consider these options.<\/p>\n