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Relax During Your Appointment
Sedation Dentistry at The Burkitt Center for Comprehensive Dentistry
Whether you have dental anxiety and are nervous about seeing the dentist for the first time in a while, are preparing for oral surgery, or just want to stay relaxed and comfortable in the dentist’s chair, Dr. Will can help. At The Burkitt Center for Comprehensive Dentistry, we offer a full suite of sedation options which can help you overcome fear and anxiety, and get the dental care you need. Contact us today to learn more about your options or to schedule an appointment.
What Are the Benefits
of Sedation Dentistry?
Sedation dentistry helps patients with dental anxiety feel relaxed and comfortable during treatment. Whether you're nervous about a procedure like a dental implant or experience fear at the dentist in general, sedation allows you to get the care you need without added stress.
It can also help with other challenges, including a strong gag reflex, sensitivity to needles, or difficulty sitting through longer procedures. At The Burkitt Center, we offer multiple sedation options to match your comfort level and ensure a smooth, pain-free experience.
Relax in the Dentist’s Chair
Laughing Gas (Nitrous Oxide)
Laughing gas, or nitrous oxide, is a light sedation option ideal for patients who want to stay awake and alert during treatment. Administered through a small nose mask, nitrous oxide helps reduce anxiety and discomfort, creating a calm, floaty feeling throughout the procedure.
The effects wear off within minutes after the mask is removed, with minimal side effects like mild dizziness or headache. Because it wears off quickly, many patients feel comfortable driving themselves home after their visit. Dr. Will will help determine if laughing gas is the right fit for your needs.
Sleep Through Your Appointment
IV Sedation
IV sedation involves administering medication through a small IV to help you fully relax during your dental procedure. While you won’t be completely unconscious, you’ll remain deeply sedated, calm, and unaware of the procedure as it happens.
You’ll breathe on your own and wake up gradually once treatment is finished. Most patients remember little or nothing afterward. Because the effects take time to wear off, you’ll need someone to drive you home and stay with you for a short period after your appointment.
Deep Sedation
With General Anesthesia
General anesthesia creates a deep, fully unconscious state and is typically reserved for complex oral surgeries or highly invasive procedures. During treatment, a ventilator is used to assist with breathing.
Dr. Will is trained and experienced in administering general anesthesia safely and effectively. To find out if this option is appropriate for your procedure, contact The Burkitt Center for Comprehensive Dentistry to schedule a consultation.
Serene, Simple Treatment
Sedation Dentistry in Brentwood
If you feel anxious about an upcoming treatment or have suffered from dental anxiety in the past, please let our team at The Burkitt Center for Comprehensive Dentistry know. If you let us know that you are interested in our sedation options we can make sure we can accommodate you and your unique needs. Call us at (615) 941-3368 or stop by our office at 7024 Nolensville Road, Nolensville, TN 37135 to learn more about your options.
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