Sedation Dentistry - Atlanta, GA

Empowering an Anxiety-Free
Dental Experience

Do You Suffer from
Dental Fear and Anxiety?

Dental fear is a widespread concern that often leads individuals, even the bravest, to hesitate when faced with necessary oral surgery. Our dental team prioritizes your comfort from routine appointments to more complex procedures. With specialized training, Dr. Jessica Lee offers a range of sedation anesthesia options near you in Atlanta, GA, ensuring a painless surgical experience tailored to your treatment plan.

At the core of our approach lies a philosophy of compassionate care rooted in our deep understanding of dental fears and the challenges associated with deciding to undergo oral surgery. We recognize that delaying essential care exacerbates oral health issues, leading to more complex and costly treatments. Through the combination of sedation dentistry and compassion, our goal is to empower you to overcome your fears, regain control of your oral health, and prevent the progression of dental problems.

Is Dental Anesthesia Right for You?

  • You’ve been avoiding the surgery you need because of fear.
  • You’re worried about how painful the surgical process will be.
  • You have a very sensitive gag reflex.
  • Your treatment plan includes surgeries that are best done under dental anesthesia.
  • You want to streamline your treatment plan into fewer appointments.
  • You want a relaxed, pain-free surgical experience.
  • You want to enjoy the lasting benefits of getting the care you need.

A Variety of Tailored Sedation Dentistry Options

1

Oral Conscious Sedation

Designed to provide a calm and anxiety-free dental experience, oral sedation offers an ideal solution for patients searching for a relaxed approach to dental care. Administered as a tablet or liquid, this method induces deep relaxation while allowing you to stay conscious and responsive throughout the procedure.

Our experienced team customizes the sedation level to your specific needs, prioritizing comfort and safety. Oral sedation is particularly effective in reducing dental anxiety, making it a valuable option for individuals dealing with dental phobia or requiring complex treatments. Whether you’re scheduled for routine cleanings or more extensive procedures, oral sedation ensures a stress-free and comfortable dental journey.

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Nitrous Oxide Sedation

Commonly referred to as laughing gas, nitrous oxide stands out as one of the safest and most prevalent forms of sedation dentistry. Its safety profile is such that it is routinely administered to children. Nitrous oxide suppresses the gag reflex and enhances the effectiveness of local dental anesthesia, ensuring better response to numbing injections.

Remaining awake yet deeply relaxed during the entire procedure, you’ll find that the effects of nitrous oxide dissipate quickly once the mask is removed. This means you can drive yourself home and resume your regular activities shortly after undergoing treatment with nitrous oxide.

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IV Sedation

Administered intravenously, this form of sedation dentistry induces a deep and profound state of relaxation. While it doesn’t completely render patients unconscious, many feel so relaxed that they may even nap in the dental chair. With amnesic effects, individuals who undergo IV sedation may forget portions or the entirety of their dental treatment.

IV sedation dentistry provides precise control over the level of anesthesia, allowing adjustments for different phases of your treatment if necessary. Like oral sedation, having a designated driver to take you home is a requirement after receiving IV sedation.

Safeguard Your Health Comfortably

At Atlanta Dental Studio, fear and anxiety should never hinder necessary dental care. Ignoring or delaying dental treatment due to phobia or stress can lead to serious health risks, including accelerated bone loss, teeth loss, soft tissue degeneration, and even an increased risk of conditions like heart attack, stroke, and diabetes.

Dr. Lee and our team at Atlanta Dental Studio are committed to offering cutting-edge sedation dentistry options that eliminate fear and anxiety and ensure dental procedures – including complex implant restorations – are as safe, effective, and pain-free as possible.