sedation dentistry

Dr. Peña is licensed in sedation dentistry. Oral sedation dentistry utilizes nitrous oxide (laughing gas), a prescription sedative, to help you feel calm and stress-free during your appointments. Unlike general anesthetic, conscious sedation allows you to stay awake during treatment so you can ask questions or bring up any needs or concerns. However, you will feel dreamy and relaxed and may lose track of time. In fact, many of our patients actually doze off during treatment!

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Because you will feel groggy after your appointment, you will need someone to drive you to and from our office. A thorough evaluation with Dr. Peña will determine if you are a good candidate for oral sedation dentistry.