Does fear or anxiety about visiting the dentist keep you from getting the dentistry you need to have a healthy, beautiful smile? If so, you're not alone! Millions of Americans feel this way, but guess what? Sedation dentistry allows patients like you to receive your dental care in the most comfortable, relaxing way, so you no longer have to compromise your smile.
At Clarkson Dental Group, Dr. Scott Mahlin, your trusted dentist for severe dental anxiety, helps fearful or anxious patients complete their dental treatment with several relaxation options for dental sedation. If you or a loved one would benefit from sedated dental treatment, please speak with our team and Dr. Mahlin about your options. Here's what you should know.
Dental Sedation at Clarkson Dental Group
We offer three levels of dental sedation to meet your needs and preferences at our Chesterfield dental office.
- Nitrous Oxide — Also known as laughing gas. Nitrous oxide is the mildest sedation option we offer, is safe for adults and children, and is safe for you to drive afterwards and continue your normal activities.
- Oral Conscious Sedation — Oral sedation is delivered with a pill. It's a deeper level of relaxation where you may feel as if you're sleeping, yet you're still responsive. This level of sedation requires transportation to and from your appointment.
- IV Sedation — What is IV sedation dentistry like? This is our deepest level of sedation with medication delivered intravenously. Again, you'll experience deep relaxation, as if you were asleep but still conscious. You will need to plan for transportation and time off work to recover from IV sedation.
Contact Clarkson Dental Group
Speak with a team member at (636) 537-0065 to learn why Dr. Mahlin is the IV sedation dentist in Chesterfield, MO, that patients trust.