Experienced Sedation Dentists in Northern Virginia

Not everyone loves going to the dentist for dental services. While we do all we can to promote a positive and relaxing experience at our dental office, extra measures are sometimes necessary. At Lake Ridge Smiles, we are pleased to offer sedation dentistry so that every patient has the opportunity for a comfortable and stress-free dental visit.

Sedation dentistry can be used for both children and adults. It is beneficial for those who experience dental fear or anxiety and those who have a sensitive gag reflex or other issues that make it difficult to relax in the dental chair.

Sedation Dentistry Options at Lake Ridge Smiles

We know that every patient has unique needs and specific obstacles surrounding dental care, which may include mental or emotional anxiety that is rooted in a past experience or a certain physical limitation. In the comfort of our family-centered office environment, our team can offer two types of conscious sedation to accommodate our patients:

• Nitrous Oxide Sedation – you will breathe “nitrous oxide” gas in through a special mask placed on your face over your nose. This will produce a feeling of content throughout your dental procedure and help you feel at ease about your treatment.
• Oral Conscious Sedation – the anti-anxiety medication in a pill form will help you feel more comfortable during your dental treatment. It requires you taking a pill before your dental appointment.

At Lake Ridge Smiles, we use only the forms of conscious sedation so our patients can respond to their dentist’s questions and commands during the procedure, but don’t feel anxious during their dental treatment. If you typically feel anxiety during your dental visit, please discuss it with your dentist to determine which type of sedation is right for you.

To learn more about how our top ranked dentists can repair your smile pain-free, please contact Lake Ridge Smiles today.