As a sedation dentist, we offer patients who struggle with anxiety at the dentist an alternative. Sedation methods can be short-term and will not have too long of an effect after the appointment is complete.
Sedation DentistAt St. George Dental Care in St George, we work to customize your treatment to match your needs and schedule where possible. Our professional staff aims to create a calm atmosphere for you during the appointment and treatment process. We will identify any dental issues you are struggling with and work with you to find the solution that works best for you.
Our staff seeks to create a comforting environment at the office to ease patients into the procedure. We can help prevent damage to your teeth and set you on track for a lifetime of quality oral health. At St. George Dental Care, your dental health is our prime concern.
With sedation dentistry, the dentist will use laughing gas, medication, or other methods to let you relax. It is often known as sleep dentistry although you will not be asleep during the procedure in general. You will often stay awake but be in a more relaxed state. Unless you have general anesthesia, you will be…
In an effort to help people who get nervous about going for an oral exam, some dentists provide sedation to help their patients relax. The type of sedation used includes nitrous oxide, oral sedatives, anesthesia and IV sedation.Dental IV sedation, which is also known as conscious sedation, is the use of sedatives to make you…
For many, a sedation dentist allows people to overcome their fears of visiting the dentist and get the dental help they need. We know that dental anxiety, which is what an unnatural fear of dentists and everything to do with dentists is called, is very common. Some people will not even go in if they…
As a sedation dentist, we make it possible for people to get dental work done that have been unable to visit the dentist. For a number of Americans, sedation dentistry, is the answer to a life-long fear of the dentist chair. Studies have shown that somewhere between 5% and 8% of Americans have never visited…
Oral hygiene is crucial to maintaining overall health, and flossing plays a significant role in keeping our gums healthy and free from plaque. Traditionally, dental floss has been the go-to tool for cleaning those hard-to-reach areas between teeth. However, with the advent of technology, water flossers like the Waterpik have emerged as an innovative alternative.…
Do you notice an unusual odor when you smile or speak? It could be a sign of something serious—a dead tooth. While often overlooked, the unique smell is a common indicator of underlying dental issues. At St. George Dental Care, we believe that understanding oral health problems is the first step toward treatment. In this…