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Dental Anxiety

At Clemmons Village Smiles, we understand that dental anxiety can make visits stressful. That’s why we offer sedation dentistry—a safe, effective solution that helps you feel calm and comfortable while prioritizing your oral health.

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What is Dental Anxiety?

Dental anxiety is a fear of going to the dentist. It can be the result of a phobia, or it can stem from a negative experience that a person had during a previous appointment, even back in childhood. Studies estimate that more than one-third of people i the United States have dental anxiety. For a significant portion of them, the level of anxiety is so high that people put off going to the dentist, even if they seriously need care.

If you suspect you may have dental anxiety, know that you are not alone. Drs. Gordon and Brooks Green and Dr. Nichole Barnett have the solution to help you overcome your fears while receiving the care that your smile needs.

What sedation options are available to me?

Oral Sedation

We offer oral sedation at our dental clinic to help ease any dental anxiety or worry you have. This pill form of sedation is a popular option for patients who want a stress-free dental experience. Whether you have a low pain threshold, struggle with anxiety disorders or are coming in for a complex procedure, you can get in touch with our team and we can answer any questions you have about oral sedation or any of our other dental anxiety solutions.

IV Sedation

Safety and comfort are our top priorities. IV sedation is carefully monitored by our trained team from start to finish, ensuring your experience is both smooth and stress-free. Before your appointment, we’ll review your medical history and explain exactly what to expect, including how to prepare and recover.

With IV sedation, you can take care of your dental needs in total comfort—and finally feel at ease in the dental chair.

Nitrous Oxide

Also known as laughing gas, nitrous oxide is a conscious sedation method that is commonly administered for dental treatments. Inhaled through a small mask, the effects kick in fast. You will be awake for the duration of your dental treatment, but it will be an easier experience for you. It will help with calmness and patients sometimes feel light and dazed during the process. This is popular for those with a fear of the dentist, mild anxiety concerns around receiving dental treatments, and for children. The effects of this can wear off within minutes, so it is an easy short-term solution for those who need to drive themselves home.

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Relaxed, Stress-Free Dental Care

At Clemmons Village Smiles, we have solutions for those who:

With sedation, you’ll remain in a deeply relaxed state while still being responsive. Many patients have little to no memory of their treatment, making it a great option for those with dental fear or anxiety.

Your comfort, safety and oral health are our top priorities. The experienced team at our dental office carefully monitors you throughout the procedure, ensuring a smooth and stress-free experience.

Frequently asked questions

Sedation Dentistry Q&A

What is dental IV sedation?

IV sedation, is a method of administering sedative medication directly into your bloodstream to help you relax during dental procedures. It induces a state of deep relaxation but you’ll remain conscious and able to respond to verbal cues.

IV sedation is a common solution for patients who experience anxiety around dental procedures by promoting muscle relaxation and ensure they don’t feel any pain throughout their visit.

Will I be asleep during sedation?

Not exactly. You will feel very drowsy and relaxed during the procedure but you will still be conscious so you can respond to any cues required.

Is sedation safe?

Yes! Sedation is a perfectly safe procedure when administered by a trained professional, like our staff at Clemmons Village Smiles.

Sedation is a common solution for administering dental treatment to people with mental disorders.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding potential side effects, just get in touch with the team and we can go through everything with you.

What is the recovery time after IV Sedation?

Most patients feel more alert after a few hours, but it’s possible you might feel drowsy for the rest of the day, so it’s important to have a designated driver to bring you home from your appointment, and somebody at home to assist with any tasks.

How does laughing gas help?

Nitrous oxide (laughing gas) is a mild sedative that helps ease anxiety by making the patients feel calm and light during dental procedures to ease any dental anxiety.

Is nitrous oxide safe for adults and children?

Yes, this is a completely safe and common solution for people of all ages that are worried about a dental treatment and want to make the experience as easy as possible.

Get in touch with our team if you have any questions about how we administer this and how we can help you or your child!

Is dental sedation a form of local anesthesia?

No, the purpose of local anesthesia is to numb a specific area of the mouth do you don’t feel pain where our sedation procedures help to make you feel relaxed, calm and less aware of the procedure.

Sedation can be combined with local anesthetic to ensure no pain is felt throughout the dental appointment.

General anesthesia is different again where you are put into an unconscious sleep – this won’t be required for your dental procedure!

Testimonials

Patient Reviews

Glenn S.

Very pleasant experience. All staff very nice and helpful.

Richard H.

Work done painlessly and efficiently

Phil M.

Very easy scheduling an appointment. Staff were friendly and professional. Dr. Matt did a great job!

John I.

Entire protocol was well executed and was sensitive to patient needs and comfort. The entire staff is courteous, friendly, effective, and of great value to the practice.

Rebecca T.

Very easy appointment!