Sedation Dentistry in Audubon, NJ.

It is common to experience some nervousness or anxiety when visiting the dentist. For some, it's a little knot in the stomach, but for others, dental fear is so crippling that it prevents them from seeking care when needed.

Here at Train Station Dental in Audubon, NJ, we offer sedation dentistry and a calm, relaxing environment so you can feel confident about getting the important treatment you need. There's no need to white-knuckle your way through another appointment or neglect your oral health due to dental anxiety.

You deserve a comfortable appointment, and with oral conscious sedation and nitrous oxide, we can ensure you receive it. 

Sedation dentistry can benefit you if any of the following apply: 

• You experience anxiety or fear related to dental procedures
• You have a low pain threshold or sensitive gag reflex
• You fear shots or injections
• You have sensitive teeth
• You need extensive dental work, such as multiple extractions.
• You have physical or cognitive disabilities.

It's important to note that sedation dentistry's benefits vary depending on the patient and their specific needs. Before we recommend sedation, our dentists will evaluate your medical history and the prescription medications you take to ensure your safety.

We Tailor Sedation to Your Needs

Your needs are unique, and you deserve personalized solutions for a stress-free experience. If you are embarrassed about your anxiety, don't be! A study published in the Journal of Dental Hygiene estimates that nearly 20 percent of Americans suffer from moderate to high dental anxiety! 

Everyone has different reasons for their anxiety. For you, it may be the smells and sounds of a dental office that trigger anxious feelings; for others, it's related to a bad experience with a dentist in the past. You don't even have to have severe anxiety to benefit from sedation; some patients want a more relaxing experience, and that's fine too. 

Whatever the reason, we encourage you to share your concerns with us. We offer ways to help you cope with your anxiety and will customize your treatment and sedation to fit your needs.

Sedation dentistry options at our Audubon, NJ, dental office include:

Oral Conscious Sedation
With oral conscious sedation, our dentists prescribe a sedative medication to take at home about an hour before your appointment. When you arrive at Train Station Dental, you will experience the sedating effects, including relaxation and drowsiness.

The medication stays in your system for several hours, so you will remain calm and comfortable throughout your procedure. You will be conscious and awake, but your mind and body will feel very relaxed, and some patients even drift off to sleep.

Sometimes, we mix conscious sedation with nitrous oxide for the ultimate relaxation.
Because the sedative remains effective several hours after treatment, you will need a friend or family member to safely drive you home from your appointment.

Nitrous Oxide or "Laughing Gas"

Nitrous oxide is a popular form of dental sedation because its effects are mild and short-lived. We administer nitrous mixed with oxygen through a small, comfortable breathing mask. 

In a few minutes, you will feel calm, dreamy, and unbothered by the sights and sounds around you. A trained team member will monitor you throughout your procedure and can increase or decrease the flow of nitrous as needed for your comfort.

After your procedure, we switch off the flow of nitrous, allowing you to inhale pure oxygen for several minutes as the drowsy effects dissipate. Shortly after, you can drive yourself home or continue the rest of your busy day.

Can Sedation Dentistry Benefit You?

We want you to know you are not alone with your dental anxiety, and we understand how profoundly it can affect you and your dental care. We aim to find the sedation dentistry method that fits your needs and helps you have a comfortable experience. 

Please call our Audubon, NJ, dental office to learn more about sedation dentistry and how it can benefit you at your next appointment.