Dental fear affects countless individuals nationwide, sometimes causing even the bravest to hesitate when considering necessary oral surgery. Our oral surgery specialists are dedicated to ensuring your comfort, especially during intricate surgical procedures. With specialized training, including IV sedation and general anesthesia, Kenneth Carey, DMD, OMFS, offers various forms of sedation anesthesia in Kearney, NE, and Grand Island, NE. This ensures a painless surgical experience, regardless of your treatment plan.
At the heart of our approach is a philosophy of compassionate care, driven by our understanding of dental fears and the difficulty in deciding to undergo oral surgery. Delaying necessary care worsens oral health issues, leading to more complex and costly treatments. Through sedation dentistry and oral surgery, we aim to empower you to overcome your fears, reclaim control of your oral health, and prevent the progression of dental problems.
Our oral surgery specialists are dedicated to ensuring your comfort, especially during intricate surgical procedures.
Also known as laughing gas, nitrous oxide is one of the most common and safest forms of sedation dentistry. It’s so safe that it’s frequently used for children. Nitrous oxide can suppress the gag reflex and helps local dental anesthesia (numbing injections) work better.
You’ll stay awake but deeply relaxed throughout your procedure, and the effects of nitrous oxide wear off quickly once your mask is removed. You’ll be able to drive yourself home and go about your normal routine after receiving treatment with nitrous oxide.
Oral sedation offers a gentle and anxiety-free approach to dental care, ideal for patients seeking a relaxed experience. Administered as a tablet or liquid, this method induces deep relaxation while allowing you to remain conscious and responsive throughout the procedure. Our experienced team carefully tailors the sedation level to your needs, ensuring comfort and safety.
Oral sedation effectively reduces dental anxiety, making it a valuable option for those with dental phobia or complex treatment needs. Whether for routine cleanings or more extensive procedures, oral sedation promotes a stress-free and comfortable dental journey.
Administered intravenously, this sedation dentistry induces deep, profound relaxation. Although it won’t “put you under” completely, most patients feel so relaxed that they nap in the chair. With amnesic effects, many patients who receive IV sedation may forget parts of their care or the entirety of their treatment.
IV sedation dentistry gives us excellent control over your level of anesthesia, which we can adjust for different phases of your treatment if needed. Like oral sedation, you’ll need a driver to take you home.
Used for the most complex or extensive dental procedures, such as full mouth dental implant placement, general anesthesia is a combination of medications that renders you completely unconscious. We’ll still use local dental anesthesia with it, which can help certain procedures go smoothly and control pain after your sedation wears off. Only specially trained practitioners like oral surgeons can provide this level of sedation dentistry.
If you’ve been putting off oral surgery, you’re not alone. Many people avoid the care they need for years because of fear. With sedation dentistry and oral surgery, you can regain control of your oral health and confidently get the care you need.
Remember that untreated oral health issues can lead to systemic health concerns. Missing teeth can cause nutritional deficiencies because they make it hard to eat. Impacted wisdom teeth can lead to serious infections. Untreated TMJ issues and jaw problems can be debilitating.
We can help you experience fearless oral surgery with the right sedation and anesthesia options. Contact us to learn more about how our specialized and comprehensive sedation solutions can offer the comfort and confidence you need for a healthy smile and a healthy life.
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