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Sedation Dentistry for Kids - Garland, TX
Enjoy a Safe, Relaxing & Efficient Visit with Dr. Lily
When nerves get the best of your child, it can make visiting the dentist’s office much more challenging. Dental anxiety is real, and millions of people suffer from it, often resulting in missed and canceled appointments. Even though your little one may be apprehensive about their upcoming visit, it is necessary they get the treatment they need to avoid more serious oral health problems like cavities, tooth decay, and gum disease. Dr. Lily is a board-certified pediatric dentist who understands the fears a child might have when stepping inside a dental office. This is why she is pleased to offer nitrous oxide sedation in Garland to help minimize fears and promote a relaxing and positive experience. If you believe your child might benefit from this type of treatment, contact us today to schedule an appointment.
Why Choose Shiny Smiles Pediatric Dentistry for Children’s Sedation Dentistry?
- Highly Experienced Pediatric Dentist & Team
- Calming Nitrous Oxide Sedation for Easy & Comfortable Relaxation
- A Variety of Options for Every Smile
Nitrous Oxide Sedation
This is the gentlest form of sedation we offer, and it’s perfect for children who need just a little help with their dental nerves. They’ll simply breathe in a colorless, odorless gas through a small nasal mask, and within moments, any tension they might feel will seem to disappear. And, once the appointment is over and the mask is removed, the gas’ effects completely wear off within minutes, enabling your child to go straight back to their day without any lasting drowsiness.
What is Nitrous Oxide?
Also referred to as “laughing gas,” nitrous oxide is considered to be the mildest form of sedation and is an ideal solution for children who experience dental anxiety. The mixture of nitrous oxide and oxygen is odorless and colorless, so your little one will have no problems inhaling the contents and experiencing a relaxed, comfortable visit.
Its immediate effects allow Dr. Lily to begin treatment and work more efficiently and effectively, ensuring your child’s smile is in optimal shape.
How Nitrous Oxide Works
When administering nitrous oxide, your pediatric dentist in Garland will place a small mask over your child’s nose and encourage them to breathe in the nitrous oxide and oxygen solution. In no time at all, they will become much more relaxed. Some of the most common sensations and feelings patients can expect to experience include:
- Light-headedness
- Dream-like state
- Feeling as if they’re floating
- Sleepiness
Although your child may look as if they are asleep, they will actually remain cognizant and be able to respond to the cues of our dental team. Once the solution is turned off, the effects will begin to immediately dissipate, allowing them to return to school or resume normal activity following their appointment.
What Are the Benefits of Nitrous Oxide?
In choosing nitrous oxide sedation for your child’s next appointment, you can expect there to be many great benefits that come with this type of treatment, such as:
- It minimizes dental anxiety, allowing your child to have a positive experience while visiting the dentist’s office
- Its effects do not linger or cause extended drowsiness
- It is completely safe and effective for young patients
- Your child will remain fully conscious throughout the treatment
- It helps to reduce sensitive gag reflexes
Oral Conscious Dental Sedation
Sometimes, children need a little more help relaxing in the dental chair than is possible with nitrous oxide sedation. Thankfully, when a stronger form of sedation is necessary, oral conscious sedation can often help. Taken by mouth prior to their appointment, your child should arrive at the office already feeling calm and relaxed. This will help them to feel comfortable before their treatment begins, making it easier to begin, and lasting throughout the duration of their procedure. They will also likely feel sleepy for a few hours after their appointment has ended, so be sure to keep them home from school and other activities for the rest of the day.
What is Oral Conscious Sedation?
Oral conscious sedation has a variety of benefits over other forms of sedation. For starters, it requires no needles or wearing a face mask, making it much easier for some children to agree to. Typically, Dr. Lily will prescribe medication that you can pick up from your pharmacy prior to your child’s appointment, and they will take before heading to our office. The effects are long-lasting and should take effect in about 15 minutes or so, depending on the actual medication. By the time they arrive, your child should be feeling comfortable and relaxed.
How Does Oral Conscious Sedation Work?
The effects of oral conscious sedation should linger throughout your child’s entire appointment. Once the effects kick in, they should feel deeply relaxed and calm. Many children can’t remember their appointment after the medication has worn off, which can be a major benefit for some.
During your child’s treatment, our team will continuously monitor them for the entire procedure to ensure they are safe at all times. They will still be conscious so they can easily respond to instructions, but they will remain in a relaxed state.
Is My Child a Good Candidate for Oral Conscious Sedation?
Oral conscious sedation is a great option for children who fit the following criteria:
- Suffer from dental fear, anxiety, or nervousness
- Have a sensitive gag reflex
- Are receiving multiple treatments or one longer treatment in one appointment
- Have difficulty keeping their mouth open or sitting still in the treatment chair
- Have trouble getting numb with local anesthesia
- Have had bad dental experiences in the past
IV Dental Sedation
In cases where we aim to get a lot of dental work done in a single appointment or are completing a treatment that’s a bit more intensive, we offer IV dental sedation. This reliable and safe form of sedation is significantly more powerful than nitrous oxide sedation or oral conscious sedation. It’s administered via a small needle directly into the bloodstream. Our team will carefully monitor things like heart rate and breathing to ensure your little one is as safe and comfortable as possible. The effects of this sedation typically take all day to wear off.