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(432) 367-4774Sedation Dentistry Odessa
Soothing Your Dental Anxiety
Even if you’re not expecting anything besides a routine checkup and cleaning, you might still get nervous whenever it’s time to visit the dentist. Rest assured you’re not alone; dental anxiety is common among people of all ages. That’s why Dr. Cobb and the rest of our team are happy to offer sedation dentistry to help you have a more positive dental experience. Call us today if you think sedation dentistry could be the key to keeping your dental fears under control.
Why Choose Steve W. Cobb, DDS for Sedation Dentistry?
- Fast-Acting, Relaxing Nitrous Oxide Sedation
- Dentist with Decades of Experience
- Welcoming Office with Laid-Back Atmosphere
Nitrous Oxide Sedation
Nitrous oxide is sometimes referred to as laughing gas, and it’s very popular among patients who need help relaxing in the dental chair. The sedative will keep you relaxed throughout your appointment, but it won’t put you to sleep, meaning you can still respond to any directions that our team gives you. On top of that, the effects wear off quickly once you stop breathing in the gas, meaning you can simply return to your regular activities immediately after your appointment.
Who is a Good Candidate for Nitrous Oxide?
If you’re not sure whether nitrous oxide sedation is a good fit for you, consider the following questions:
- Do you often get nervous about undergoing dental work of any kind?
- Do you have a hard time sitting still?
- Do you have an unusually strong gag reflex?
- Do you have particularly sensitive teeth or gums?
- Do you have trouble getting numb via local anesthetic?
If the answer to any of these questions is “yes”, then nitrous oxide sedation is likely worth thinking about in your case. Our team can evaluate your overall health in order to confirm that there aren’t any issues that would prevent you from having nitrous oxide sedation administered (such as a sinus infection).
How Does Nitrous Oxide Work?
When you’re ready to begin your dental treatment, we’ll put a mask over your nose. Through this mask, you’ll breathe in a mixture of nitrous oxide and oxygen. It should only take a few minutes for you to enter a relaxed state where you’ll feel at ease with everything going on around you. In some cases, you may notice a light tingling feeling, but rest assured this is nothing to worry about.
Aftercare for Nitrous Oxide
Upon completion of your dental treatment, we’ll remove the mask. Then we’ll have you wait in our office for a few minutes to give the nitrous oxide a chance to wear off. Once the effects have fully dissipated, you will be able to drive by yourself without issue, allowing you to head straight back to work or run any necessary errands.
By itself, nitrous oxide sedation doesn’t require you to spend any time resting at home afterward. However, some downtime could be required depending on the type of dental work you received; be sure to listen carefully to any aftercare instructions that our team gives you.