Nitrous Oxide

Nitrous oxide or “laughing gas” can help in some cases of mild to moderate dental phobia. It cannot be used for surgical procedures because of the nose piece that must remain stationary and the head cannot be rotated, which usually occurs during surgical treatment. This procedure does not require a driver. Please let us know before your appointment if you’d like nitrous oxide so we can make sure the equipment is available.

Oral Sedation

For some patients, a mild oral sedative is all that is necessary for “mental” comfort. Oral Sedation consists of one or two small tablets that are administered an hour before the appointment. The goal is to help relax the patient, while not impacting breathing or significantly altering cognition. The office needs to know prior to treatment if the patient desires oral sedation as a driver must accompany the patient and remain in the office during the entire procedure.

Intravenous Sedation

IV sedation is no long a sedation option since Dr. Boyd’s retirement.