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Sedation Dentistry Services from Mills Dental Group

Mills Dental Group is home to several of the leading sedation dentists in Houston. Our practice provides a range of advanced techniques and industry-leading facilities that help even the most fearful of patients feel comfortable. Many individuals forego quality dental care, risking their oral health and overall well-being due to fear of pain or discomfort, or extreme anxiety. Our doctors and team here at Mills Dental Group know that your phobia is very real, and we want to help you overcome it. We provide a variety of options to help you relax and stay comfortable throughout your entire appointment. If dental phobias have held you back from attaining your best smile, you should know that there are options. Read on to learn more about the sedation dentistry options available here at Mills Dental Group, and contact our practice today at 281-556-1606 to schedule a consultation. We are happy to provide sedation dentistry to patients in Houston, Sugar Land, Katy, and other surrounding areas.

Types of Sedation Provided

Oral Sedatives

If you experience mild to moderate anxiety regarding dental appointments, our sedation dentists can help by administering an oral sedative. This form of sedation is also ideal for patients who have a fear of needles, as it is not an injectable treatment. If you receive oral sedation, you are likely to have very little recollection of your dental appointment. Instead, you may feel as if you slept through the appointment, even though you maintain moderate consciousness the entire time.

Nitrous Oxide

Nitrous oxide is another form of “oral conscious sedation,” which means the patient is in a relaxed conscious state. Also known as “laughing gas,” this form of sedation dentistry can help patients in Houston, Katy, and Sugar Land, TX, who suffer from mild to moderate anxiety. One of the benefits of this form of sedation is that it can be adjusted according to your anxiety level.

IV Sedation

Administered by a board-certified anesthesiologist, intravenous sedation is a safe and effective solution for pain-free dental treatment. During IV sedation, the patient is injected with a sedative liquid. For an additional fee, patients may choose IV sedation when oral sedation isn’t delivering the desired effect. This method induces deep sedation for treatment and is later reversed so the patient is awake. After an appointment in which they received IV sedation, patients will be alert but groggy. Although this method is very effective, most patients find that oral sedation works well for them.

Sedation Dentistry Services in Houston, TX

Is Sedation Right for You?

There are a number of reasons individuals may be fearful of the dentist or may experience anxiety during dental appointments. If your anxieties or fears are so great that you have avoided dental care in the past, you may be a candidate for sedation. However, patients who only experience mild anxieties may also receive this treatment. Some reasons patients undergo sedation include:

  • Fear of needles or drills
  • Fear of pain or discomfort
  • Previous bad experience with another dentist
  • General anxiety
  • To control a gag reflex
  • Lengthy or extensive dental treatments completed in one visit
  • Fear of the unknown

What You Should Know About Sedation Dentistry

Sedation dentistry is a safe and effective way to receive the care you need without pain or discomfort. However, it is important that you receive sedation only from a licensed professional. At Mills Dental Group, our dentists have received extensive training and have decades of experience in administering oral and IV sedation to patients of all ages. Prior to undergoing any type of sedation dentistry treatment, you should be informed about all of your options. During your consultation, our dentists encourage you to ask any questions or address any concerns you may have about sedation dentistry. Here at Mills Dental Group your comfort and safety are our top priorities.

Schedule a Consultation Today

A healthy mouth is critical to your overall well-being. Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions regarding oral sedation dentistry, sedation dentistry, or nitrous oxide dentistry. We’re here to help! Call 281-556-1606 today for an appointment with our dentists, who can discuss procedures our patients use sedation for, including dental implants, dental crowns, fillings, and more.

Discover the benefits of dental sedation. Call 281-556-1606 today!

Mills Dental Group: Where Your Comfort Comes First