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New advances in dental medications have virtually
eliminated the discomfort of dental procedures. There are
several elements to creating a comfortable experience for
your dental appointment:
Comfort and Relaxation
The first step is to make you relaxed and comfortable. From
the comfortable environment in our reception area to the soothing
environment we have created around the dental chairs, no detail
is too small when your comfort is concerned. Our caring, professional
staff are committed to creating a stress-free environment
for your comfort.
Nitrous Oxide ("Laughing Gas")
Some
patients need a little help achieving a relaxed state.
Nitrous Oxide ("laughing gas") is available
when needed to make you more comfortable.
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Topical Anesthetic
A topical anesthetic can be used any time the surface
of the gum needs to be "numbed", such as easing
the discomfort of a painful mouth sore or preparing
a site for an injectable local anesthetic.
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 Computer Controlled Injections - The WAND™
We know that some patients get more nervous than others do at the mere sight of a needle and syringe. Thats why this office now performs anesthetic injections with a revolutionary system called The WAND™.
The source of discomfort for most injections, however, isn't the needle, it's the flow of the anesthetic into your tissue. The WAND™ delivers the anesthetic at an optimal flow rate for a comfortable injection.
The microprocessor inside The WAND™ automatically ensures a steady flow rate regardless of tissue density. Constant, slow flow is one key to virtually pain-free injections. The computer provides a flow of anesthetic directly ahead of the needle. This creates a pathway of anesthesia so you hardly feel the needle at all.
The WAND™ allows injections that do not numb the lips, face and muscles of expression. Whether injections make you nervous or not, The WAND™ helps us provide a more effective anesthetic delivery and the onset of anesthesia is often faster. You're more comfortable throughout the procedure, and we may be able to use new techniques so you won't experience the lingering numbness of your tongue, lips and face. |
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Post-visit Analgesics
Generally, if there is any discomfort at all after
a dental procedure, over-the-counter analgesics such
as aspirin or non-aspirin pain relievers are all that
is needed. In exceptional circumstances a prescription
pain reliever will be used.
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Any questions?
If you have any questions or concerns about
anesthesia, Dr. Shah will be happy to discuss them with you. We want you to be
as comfortable as possible.
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