Sedation Dental Anxiety Solutions

Nitrous Oxide Sedation (Laughing Gas)​

At St. Johns Dental Care, we understand that dental anxiety is very real for many patients. That’s why Dr. Aubree Capen offers nitrous oxide sedation, commonly known as laughing gas, to help make dental visits more comfortable and stress-free.

Nitrous oxide is a safe, gentle form of sedation that is inhaled through a small mask placed over the nose during treatment. Within just a few minutes, patients begin to feel relaxed, calm, and at ease while still remaining fully awake and able to communicate with the dental team.

Benefits of Nitrous Oxide Sedation include:

• Helps reduce dental anxiety and nervousness
   

• Creates a feeling of calm and relaxation during treatment
   

• Works quickly and can be adjusted throughout the appointment
   

• Patients remain awake and responsive
   

• Wears off rapidly, allowing most patients to return to normal activities shortly after their visit
   

• Safe for both adults and children
   

Many patients who feel nervous about dental care find that nitrous oxide allows them to comfortably receive the treatment they need. Dr. Capen and her team are committed to creating a welcoming, supportive environment where every patient feels relaxed and cared for from start to finish.

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Oral Conscious Sedation​

For patients who experience moderate to severe dental anxiety, oral conscious sedation is another option Dr. Aubree Capen offers to help make dental visits more comfortable and manageable.

Oral sedation involves taking a prescribed medication prior to your appointment to help you feel deeply relaxed by the time your treatment begins. While you will remain awake and able to respond to the dental team, many patients feel very calm and may even remember very little about the procedure afterward.

Benefits of Oral Conscious Sedation include:

• Helps significantly reduce dental anxiety and fear
   

• Creates a deep sense of relaxation during treatment
   

• Allows patients to complete longer or multiple procedures in one visit
   

• Many patients experience little memory of the procedure
   

• Can make dental care possible for patients who have avoided treatment due to anxiety
   

Because the medication can cause drowsiness, patients will need a trusted adult to drive them to and from their appointment. Dr. Capen will review your health history and medications to ensure oral sedation is a safe option for you.

At St. Johns Dental Care, our goal is to make every patient feel comfortable and confident in their dental care. Oral conscious sedation is one of the many ways we help create a positive and stress-free experience.