Sedation Dentistry

Dental Visits: A Common Fear?

Are you nervous about seeing the dentist? You’re not alone! Many people experience dental anxiety, feeling scared or panicky before appointments. Some even have dental phobia, a more severe form of this fear. Unlike simple nervousness, those with dental phobia feel so terrified they become paralyzed. This intense fear can make it extremely difficult for patients to seek necessary dental care.

Relax During Dental Visits with Sedation Options

At Horizon Family Dentistry, we know dental anxiety shouldn’t stop you from having a healthy, beautiful smile. For patients who want to feel more at ease during cleanings or procedures like implants and veneers, we offer Laughing Gas Sedation. This mild sedation helps you relax fully during your visit. We can use I.V. Sedation to help patients who feel anxious or panicked about dental care for severe dental fears.

Get More Done in One Visit

Some patients get uneasy in the dental chair or don’t have time for multiple appointments. Sedation dentistry lets patients relax or even sleep while the dentist works. With a calm patient, our Lindsay dentists can work quickly and satisfactorily. Depending on the sedation level, you may remember all, some, or none of the visit.

You'll Be Calm but Awake

Many people worry about pain at the dentist’s office. A big plus of sedation dentistry is its stopping pain during dental work. It also prevents imagined pain or harm that very anxious patients might fear.

No Painful Memories

A bad experience can make someone avoid the dentist for years, harming their oral health. However, remembering a pain-free dental visit can help kids and adults of all ages get over their dental fears.