Sedation Dentistry

Are you so afraid of going to the dentist that you have put off even getting a cleaning for years? Perhaps you are willing to suffer through the pain of a toothache rather than have a dentist handle it.

Many people experience this level of fear and anxiety when it comes to going to the dentist, so don't feel alone if this is you. The good news is, with today's technology and the skills of Dr. Chow, you can experience relaxed, pain-free dental care that will leave you with a healthy mouth and radiant smile.

Whether your level of fear is anxiety or complete terror, realize that Dr. Chow is very experienced in helping patients with any level of dread. Once you see how easy it is to go through a dental procedure in a relaxed state of mind, you will gladly visit ModelSmile Dentistry to get and keep excellent oral health for a lifetime.

What is Sedation Dentistry?

Sedation dentistry, a specialty of Dr. Chow, is the administering of medications or nitrous oxide to help a person relax and feel no pain during a dental procedure. You can be awake and relaxed, or you can sleep through a procedure, waking up when it's over. It is safe and can be used on almost any patient.

Reasons for Sedation

Sedation dentistry is quite often used to help fearful patients relax enough so that they can benefit from the dental procedures they need. There are, however, other reasons for this specialty:

Patients who are nervous about dentistry
Patients with a low threshold for pain
Patients with developmental or physical disabilities

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Can Anyone Have Sedation Dentistry?

Nearly anyone can have sedation dentistry administered under the trained, experienced and skilled hands of Dr. Chow. There are, however, some patients who may not be able to tolerate sedation. If a patient is too obese, there may be complications with air blockages. Patients who have obstructive sleep apnea may also not be candidates. Dr. Chow would consult with the treating doctor of any patient whose medical conditions may possibly trigger complications before giving approval to proceed.

Consultation Prior to Dental Procedure

As part of Dr. Chow's expertise with sedation dentistry, he will consult with you prior to your procedure. His discussion will include going over your medical history to determine that any sedation administered will be safe. His thorough research includes knowing what medications you may be currently taking. Rest assured sedation dentistry is safe, especially when performed by someone trained as highly as Dr. Chow.

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Relaxed and Pain-Free Dentistry

Don't put off your dental care due to fear or other reasons. At ModelSmile Dentistry, Dr. Chow and his professional team will take great care to make it a very comfortable experience. For the best sedation dentistry Thousand Oaks has to offer, Dr. Albert Chow is the clear choice.