Dental Implants with Hospital-Grade Sedation - Tacoma, WA

Redefining the Dental Experience with Dental Anesthesia

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Transforming Your Dental Visit into a Relaxing Experience

Do you have fear and anxiety keeping you from going to the dentist? If so, you are not alone. It is estimated that up to 60% of people fear dentists. Avoiding the dentist causes many people to have gum disease, cavities, and teeth problems that spiral out of control. At Advanced Dental Implant Center in Tacoma, WA, we understand that fear can keep you from getting the treatment that can restore your smile. Advanced Dental Implant Center surgeons offer multiple sedation dentistry options to help reduce fear, anxiety, and discomfort during dental procedures.

Our founder wrote one of the most significant scientific studies ever published on IV sedation used in conjunction with dental surgery procedures. With over 40,000 sedation procedures performed, Advanced Dental Implant Center surgeons have the experience to keep you safe, calm, and relaxed during your dental treatment.

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Our Gentle Sedation Dentistry Options

Oral Conscious Sedation

Oral conscious sedation involves the administration of a single medication that slows down activity in a specific part of your brain to ease anxiety. An added benefit is that it tends to result in short-term amnesia so that you won’t recall anything about your procedure.

A single dose is taken an hour before your visit, and the night before helps reduce anxiety and procedural-related pain. When you get this type of sedation dentistry in Tacoma, WA, we closely monitor all your vitals during treatment and shortly after that. A designated adult will need to drive you to and from our practice and should stay with you at home due to lingering side effects that can last up to 12 hours.

Nitrous Oxide

Nitrous oxide, commonly called laughing gas, is a carefully dosed combination of nitrous oxide and pure oxygen inhaled through a small nosepiece. The mildest type of sedation dentistry, nitrous oxide, induces a near-immediate euphoria, relaxation, or giddiness.

The dental anesthesia levels can be adjusted to meet your unique needs. The effects wear off within five minutes of turning off the nitrous oxide and breathing in pure oxygen. Nitrous oxide isn’t associated with lingering side effects so that you can drive yourself home.

IV Sedation

IV sedation is a safe and effective sedation dentistry method for reducing anxiety and discomfort during dental procedures. Administered intravenously, it allows for a quick onset of relaxation and can be easily adjusted to ensure optimal comfort. Patients remain conscious but deeply relaxed, often with little to no memory of the procedure. This method mainly benefits those with dental phobias, complex treatment needs, or difficulty staying still for extended periods.

General Anesthesia

General anesthesia is a medically induced state of unconsciousness used during dental procedures to ensure complete comfort and painlessness. Under general anesthesia, patients are entirely unaware of the procedure, experiencing no sensations or memories. This approach is beneficial for extensive dental surgeries, patients with severe anxiety, or those with special needs requiring comprehensive care.

The Benefits of Dental Anesthesia

Timely Dental Care for a Healthy Smile

If dental fear, anxiety, or the complexity of treatments, such as dental implant surgery, have prevented you from seeking care, our dedicated team is here to support you. Timely dental interventions can restore oral health and boost confidence, leading to a pain-free and fulfilling life.

Delaying necessary treatment can significantly impact your overall well-being. Neglected oral issues can potentially cause nutritional deficiencies, digestive problems, and an increased risk of systemic health issues. With our sedation dentistry options, we offer minimally invasive yet highly effective treatment solutions, empowering you to prioritize your oral health for a healthier, more fulfilling life.

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