The idea of going to the dentist’s office can be a scary one – especially if you know your teeth and gums are in need of treatment. Dental anxiety is a common problem; in fact, nearly 75% of the population experiences some level of it when placed in a similar situation. However, this certainly doesn’t mean you should delay treatment! Oral health problems that are left to their own devices often develop into more serious conditions, which can result in more money, more time, and more frustration for you. But what can you do? Thankfully, Dr. Bobby Carmen and his staff have you covered at their Norman, OK office. With the help of several sedation dentistry options, we can ensure that you feel safe and comfortable as we transform your teeth!
Sedation dentistry might be the right choice for you if:
- Are often anxious or afraid when visiting the dentist
- Have as sensitive gag reflex
- Have difficulty becoming numb with the help of local anesthetic
- Have a hard time sitting still for a long period of time or suffer from neck or back pain
- Need to have several lengthy procedures done in as few appointments as possible
Dr. Carmen received his sedation dentistry certification from the Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation, which is the nation’s leading association dedicated to helping people overcome dental fear. Because of you, our patients know that they can put their wellbeing in the hands of our accomplished staff. We can provide nitrous oxide for patients who only need to take the edge off and would like to feel more relaxed. For patients who suffer from more severe dental fear, oral conscious sedation or IV sedation can produce the effects you’re looking for, placing you in such a deep stage of comfort that once the procedure’s finished, you’ll remember very little about it.
Contact our Norman, OK office today to learn which sedation dentistry option would best fit your unique needs, or if you’re ready to schedule an appointment. We can’t wait to give you something to smile about! We also serve the areas of Moore, the University of Oklahoma, and Central Oklahoma.
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