{"id":88,"date":"2017-08-14T20:34:50","date_gmt":"2017-08-14T20:34:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.richardfossumdds.com\/blog\/?p=88"},"modified":"2020-06-08T21:47:11","modified_gmt":"2020-06-08T21:47:11","slug":"dentist-temple-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.richardfossumdds.com\/blog\/dentist-temple-2\/","title":{"rendered":"No Need to Fear Your Next Visit to the Dentist in Temple"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-89\" src=\"https:\/\/www.richardfossumdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/AdobeStock_91825905-300x199.jpeg\" alt=\"attractive woman smiling\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.richardfossumdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/AdobeStock_91825905-300x199.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.richardfossumdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/AdobeStock_91825905-768x510.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.richardfossumdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/AdobeStock_91825905-1024x680.jpeg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Does the thought of visiting the dentist put butterflies in your stomach? There\u2019s nothing unusual about dental fear or anxiety. Patients of all ages and stages of life may get a little antsy before having work done &#8212; but when it interferes with your ability to seek the care you need, that\u2019s when it\u2019s time to find a solution. Your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.richardfossumdds.com\/meet-the-dentists.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dentist in Temple<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> offers sedation dentistry to help. Keep reading to find out how you can really relax in the dental chair (yes, it\u2019s possible!) with comforting sedation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your Options in Sedation Dentistry<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to our focus on taking a gentle, caring approach with all of our patients, we\u2019ve got three methods of helping you relax at the dentist\u2019s. Nitrous oxide, oral conscious sedation, and IV sedation are safe and highly effective in helping our patients relax enough to receive the dental care they need. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s how they work. <\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nitrous oxide: Also known as <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">laughing gas<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, this is the lightest level of sedation available. You breathe in the gas throughout your appointment, and it helps you feel light, relaxed, and maybe even happy to be in the dental chair. We love laughing gas because it makes our jokes a whole lot funnier. The effects wear off quickly after the treatment is over. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oral conscious sedation: A deeper level of relaxation is available with oral conscious sedation. It\u2019s good for longer procedures or patients who are moderately nervous about dental work. We\u2019ll prescribe a medication you take about an hour before your appointment. By the time you\u2019re settling into the dental chair, you\u2019re completely relaxed. We may combine oral conscious sedation with nitrous oxide for additional relaxation. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IV sedation: The deepest level of sedation is achieved by administering the medication directly into the vein. We can closely monitor the amount you receive to ensure you stay completely relaxed throughout the procedure. You\u2019re still conscious while under IV sedation, but you may doze on and off. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Many Benefits of Sedation<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sedation doesn\u2019t just help you relax and benefit from the care you need to enjoy better smile health for life. It also allows your dentist to work efficiently, without the need for long pauses or multiple appointments. And that reduces the amount of time you spend at the dentist\u2019s overall. Some patients also discover they only need one visit under sedation to overcome a dental fear or anxiety. After they see there is nothing to fear from dental work, they are able to relax and receive the care they need moving forward. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is Sedation Dentistry in Temple Right for You?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have ever avoided the dentist due to your fear or anxiety, sedation could be just the thing you need. It\u2019s also an excellent option for patients whose mobility issues or chronic pain prevent them from reclining in the dental chair for extended periods of time. Our three sedation methods help patients overcome mental and physical barriers to receive the care they need! <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Talk to Us Today! <\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re avoiding the dentist due to your discomfort in the dental chair, or if you\u2019d just like to be a little more relaxed throughout an upcoming visit, please don\u2019t hesitate to get in touch with us. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.richardfossumdds.com\/request-an-appointment.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Request an appointment<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> online today! <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Does the thought of visiting the dentist put butterflies in your stomach? There\u2019s nothing unusual about dental fear or anxiety. 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