There are several benefits of using sedation during dental procedures for our patients. Sedation is very helpful to ease tension for the anxious dental patient. The simplest use of oral dental sedation is for Anxiolysis-the ability to remove anxious feelings and provide relaxation for the patient during treatment. Sedation in combination with local anesthetics creates an [...]

Client Comfort Services

Preparation for your Appointment

We recommend wearing comfortable loose fitting clothing and eating a light breakfast before the visit to prevent you from becoming light headed during the duration of your visit. Should you become chilled at our cosmetic dentist office we have warm blankets, pillows for neck or back support, a heated neck roll and a heated massage pad.

During the Appointment

We will provide you with opportunities to stretch, time for restroom breaks, and juice and snacks to replenish you as needed.

To help whisk you away from the goings on around you we have a selection of CDs to listen to on a personal headphone system. Feel free to bring some of your favorite discs or iPod along as well.

Our newest feature is DVD movie glasses so that you may enjoy a feature film of your choice during longer visits. Feel free to bring a selection with you or let us know your preference the day before and we will have the movie ready when you arrive.

Sedation options to help you relax

We offer sedation dentistry to help you relax. Oral medications are prescribed to relax the muscles in your face in anticipation of a longer appointment and provide relaxation / anxiety reduction while maintaining consciousness. This type of Conscious Sedation will require you to have someone drive you to and from your visit.

Nitrous Oxide Relaxation Gas is available to help calm and relax you during your visit while allowing you to drive to and from your visit. Nitrous Oxide is a combination of oxygen and nitrous oxide gases administered through a small nosepiece. Dr. Gorman can select a level that is comfortable for you. It will not put you to sleep but rather make you feel very relaxed. After the visit you will feel the same as you did before your appointment and you will be able to drive and return to your normal activities.

A nice warm refreshing scented towel will be available at the end of your visit. We would be happy to loosen tight muscles at our massage chair.

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