Are you or a family member nervous about going to the dentist? Has a past experience with pain or discomfort caused you to start panicking when you think about having your teeth worked on? Have you neglected going to the dentist and fear the amount of work that might need to be carried out?
If your past or current situation is causing a lot of uneasiness, there are options available to reduce your fear and reduce (or completely eliminate) your pain with the needed procedures. Oral sedation (sometimes called sleep dentistry) has helped countless Indianapolis dental patients calmly undergo dental treatment. It is not an experimental procedure but has been used safely in various forms since the 1800s.
To discuss sleep dentistry, call Dental Care Today PC – E. Dale Behner DDS at 317-842-2337 to schedule a no-pressure consultation. Dr. Behner will explain your sedation options and answer any questions. If you select sedation, Dr. Behner will refer you to a specialist if needed (depending on the type of sedation used).
It is critical to understand the difference between topical analgesics and sedation which are used both alone and simultaneously. Analgesics help numb the gums and nerves connected with your teeth so you don’t feel the pain. Sedation medications influence the nervous system and convey a feeling of peace and relaxation. You may choose to be minimally sedated, where you are peaceful but still awake, or decide on general anesthesia which renders you completely unconscious. Together, these two solutions dramatically improve the treatment experience for patients suffering from dental anxiety, a very common condition.
Regardless of the type and level of sedation you decide to use, Dr. Behner will proceed with patience and understanding. Oral sedation assists with making your dental visit relaxed so you can treat all of your dental problems and restore your health. Taking care of decay, infections, and other serious problems brings peace of mind and reduces the risk of further damage including tooth loss.
Dental Care Today PC – E. Dale Behner DDS in Fishers is devoted to oral health and complete patient satisfaction from the first visit through completion of treatment. We offer first rate dental care including porcelain veneers, dental crowns and dentures.
Contact Dental Care Today PC – E. Dale Behner DDS:
317-842-2337
Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):
9744 Lantern Rd
Fishers, Indiana
46037
