Sedation Dentistry Scappoose, OR
 Many patients have had traumatic experiences in dentistry or have other anxieties about their treatment. At Scappoose Family Dentistry, Dr. Thenus strives to meet your individual comfort needs. For our patients with anxiety, sedation dentistry may be the answer. We offer both nitrous oxide and oral (conscious) sedation as options for our patients.
Nitrous Oxide
Nitrous oxide is a safe and effective sedative agent that will help you relax. It is mixed with oxygen and inhaled through a small mask that fits over your nose.
Nitrous oxide, sometimes called "laughing gas," is one option we may offer to help make you more comfortable during certain procedures. It is not intended to put you to sleep. You will be able to hear and respond to any requests or directions we may have. Dr. Thenus will ask you to breathe normally through your nose, and within a few short minutes you should start to feel the effects of the nitrous oxide. You may feel light-headed or a tingling in your arms and legs. Some people say their arms and legs feel heavy. Ultimately, you should feel calm and comfortable. The effects of nitrous oxide wear off soon after the mask is removed. Talk to us about whether nitrous oxide would be a good option for you at your next appointment.
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Oral (Conscious) Sedation
Oral sedation dentistry allows Dr. Thenus to create a safe and comfortable dental experience for patients who avoid the dentist out of fear.
With sedation, your dentist can work more effectively by helping you become as comfortable as possible using well established and proven methods. There are a variety of sedation medications that are taken orally or "sublingually" (under the tongue). All sedation medicines are administered at our offices, under the care of an assistant.
This type of dental care does require that you have a driver to bring you home from your appointment, as it takes several hours for the medication to completely wear off.
IV Sedation
Provided for patients over 18 years of age. Some patients under 18 may be allowed IV sedation on a case-by-case basis, depending on the child's anatomical maturity. Consultation is needed to determine if you are good candidate for IV sedation. Other sedations could be oral sedation with nitrous. These type of sedations will required you to have a driver.
For more information about oral sedation at Scappoose Family Dentistry, please call us at (503) 543-3136 today! |
