Relaxation dentistry.

Say ahhhhhhhhhhh.

Anxious about going to the dentist—and not because you’re eager to go? You’re not alone. Some people experience anxiety and its accompanying sweaty hands, racing heart, profuse perspiration, jitters, feeling of near hyperventilation when contemplating a visit to the dentist. Relax. At Awbrey Dental Group we offer a care, compassion and solutions for dental anxiety. After all, we believe in treating you first and your mouth second.

Nitrous Oxide

Dental anxiety is no laughing matter. But “Laughing Gas” or Nitrous Oxide or is one of the safest forms of sedation and can take the anxiety out of most routine dental procedures, including cleanings. Non-allergenic and non-irritating, most people feel the onset within minutes, and the effects are completely reversed within about 5 minutes of gas termination. This complete reversal allows you to safely drive home or go to work right after your appointment.

Almost anyone can have nitrous oxide treatment. We can vary the depth of sedation depending on your level of anxiety. The gas also tends to reduce gag reflexes and saliva flow. Most importantly, you will bask in a feeling of relaxation as we care for you.
The gas is administered through a simple rubber hood that rests on your nose providing a feeling of numbness, security, and warmth. (If you are claustrophobic, this might not be the right treatment of choice for you.) At or near the end of your treatment, we’ll give you with 100% oxygen so you will feel 100% normal within 5 to 10 minutes.