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Sedation Dentistry
Imagine not being afraid to go to the dentist. Imagine being able to accomplish all your dental care in as little as one appointment. This is what Sedation Dentistry can do for you. You'll be able to smile with confidence and chew your food without pain. If you've been putting off years of dental work, Sedation Dentistry can change your life.
Oral Sedation Dentistry protocols have been used safely for over 30 years with millions of dental procedures. Before starting any treatments, your doctor will review your medical history and explain how Sedation Dentistry can work for you. Our dentists want you to feel good about going forward towards a healthy, new smile.
On the day of your appointment, you'll take medication - a pill, then a companion will take you to the office. Experienced clinical team members will make certain that you're relaxed and completely comfortable and they monitor you very closely while you're sedated. Many patients feel NO DISCOMFORT whatsoever during and after treatment, and have little or no memory of the visit.
Who is a Candidate?
Adults who have…
high fear of visiting the dentist
had traumatic dental experiences
difficulty getting numb
a bad gag reflex
very sensitive teeth
limited time to complete their dental care
complex dental problems
Adults who…
hate needles and shots
hate noises, smells and tastes associated with dental care
are afraid and embarrassed about their teeth
Years of neglect can be reversed in a few hours.
With SEDATION DENTISTRY, we can complete most of your dental care at one time. We can often do extended treatments in a couple of appointments, including:
whitening yellow or stained teeth
replacing crowns or dentures
fixing chipped or damaged teeth
restoring sore gums to good health
You can give yourself or a member of your family the gift of good dental health. Our doctors are caring and supportive and EXPERIENCED in treating sedation patients.
CALL TO SEE IF YOU MAY BE A CANDIDATE FOR COMPLETE COMFORT
Q. Will I feel any pain?
A. Most patients feel no discomfort whatsoever during their treatment and feel surprisingly good afterwards.
Q. Will I be totally relaxed?
A. You'll receive just enough sedation so that you'll be completely unaware of the treatment, as you would if you were asleep.
Q. Will I remember anything?
A. At the end of the treatment, you'll have little or no memory of your dental visit.
Q. Will I be groggy after my treatment is over?
A. You will feel just fine. For your safety, we do require that you have a family member or friend drive you home.
Q. Will my insurance cover treatment?
A. We'll review your insurance coverage and, if necessary, make financial arrangements to insure you get the dental care you need.
Q. Is Sedation Dentistry safe for me?
A. Before starting any treatment, we review your medical history, and we monitor you very closely while you're under sedation.
Testimonials
Before I learned about sedation dentistry I was afraid that I would lose all of my teeth. I was so afraid of the pain of fixing them and of all the long visits that it would have taken to fix that I was willing to lose them and have dentures.
Because the dentist and his staff were so understanding and non-judgmental, I was very comfortable and excited to have the necessary work to fix my problems. Everything was so easy. I was helped with every step from making financial arrangements to setting up my appointments and healing after sedation. It was very refreshing to have people that understood around me instead of being looked down on and lectured. It was even done in two visits! I was amazed at the lack of pain after we were finished and could not believe that I was able to go out and shoot pool hours after my appointments.
I thank you for everything you have done for me. I am now able to smile without embarrassment and am not so afraid of meeting new people. You and your staff have raised my confidence level immensely and I can not thank you enough for that.
D. R.
This has meant that I no longer had to have that "dread" of knowing that I had problems in my mouth that I just could not bring myself to deal with. At some point in my life I developed a tremendous fear of going to the dentists... I didn't want my teeth touched, my heart raced at the though of it and time after time...the sensible person in me would make dental appointments and then back out before it was time to go. I had cavities, my teeth hurt and I actually started eating and chewing "differently" as well as drinking through straws to avoid the pain that I felt when certain teeth made contact with hot and cold food or drinks. Oral conscious sedation provided me with the security that I needed to get me in the office and get my problems taken care of. I was absolutely embarrassed to talk to anyone about my dental fear before...thinking that I had a unique fear; however, I know now that I am not unique in that respect and have seen the benefits of oral sedation for my husband as well. His problems were much more advanced than mine and he knew he had many dental visits ahead to correct them, but after a few sessions while using oral sedation, he was able to have a multitude of problems fixed and is now on the right track to maintaining healthier teeth.
K.T.
I just wanted to take the time to let you know how very happy I am with all of you. It is so nice to come into a place of business and be treated with warmth and caring. The effort you make to extend a warm welcome is truly appreciated. I have always hated going to the dentist as I am very phobic. However, 2 weeks ago when I came in to have a concern of mine checked, I actually fell asleep in the dental chair while waiting! And without the benefit of medication! For me that is really a big deal as I usually "white knuckle" it from the time I walk in until the time I walk out. That I fell asleep says a lot as to my trust factor with all of you and the comfort level I feel when I'm in your office. Thank you!
If everyone were as kind and concerned as you, there would be no dental phobics. You truly deliver what you promise!
P.Z.
The only reason I move forward and even considered having imperative dental work completed was because of oral sedation. My fear of dentistry caused me to allow enough damage to my teeth that I lost two and was headed towards even more problems with remaining teeth. My ability to have dental work completed without fear impacted my family as well. I was so pleased with my experience that my teenaged son was no longer resistant to receiving care even though he needed only x-rays and cleaning.
The use of oral conscious sedation has proved valuable to me and obviously has impact beyond its direct usage as well!
K.R.
I had not been to the dentist in probably 15 years and I was in need of extended dental work. I heard a radio advertisement about the sedation dentistry and I started considering that could be an option for me. I visited the web page and sent an e-mail requesting an appointment. I was called within a couple of days and my consultation appointment was scheduled. They were very friendly with the exam and x-rays telling me everything that was being done. Dr. Hammel introduced himself to me and he completed the exam and then we sat down and went over everything that needed to be done. The total price was given to me so I could decide if I needed to go through any of the loan programs. On the day of my appointment, I took a pill an hour before my arrival time and, by the time I got to Dentist, I was feeling totally relaxed. I had no hesitation or nervousness. I have a few memories of my appointment on that day, but none of it is associated with pain. I had no pain the next day. My fear of the dentist has subsided because I know that I can have pain-free dental procedures, if necessary.
S.S.
After hearing a radio commercial, it took me a couple of months to work up the courage to dial the phone. I've had only one dentist in my entire life that I could visit without severe anxiety attacks prior to my visits, and I had moved away from him. So, after more than ten years without seeing a dentist, my teeth were in pretty bad shape. I realized, though, that the only way to rid myself of the bad breath, the horrible look of my teeth, and the constant discomfort was to visit a dentist. The ad for sedation dentistry sounded interesting and I did some research on the internet. On my first visit, Dr. Hammel made me feel very comfortable (even through the tears I was shedding!) He assured me that he worked for me, and would only do work that I agreed to, and would make me as comfortable as possible. He has been true to his word ever since, and I finally have teeth that are not causing me pain or anxiety. The entire office staff at Clay Center Family Dentistry is so kind and caring, they make the visits comfortable for me. I have chosen to continue to drive the 45 minutes to visit Dr. Hammel because I think he's the best dentist I've ever been to. I can't say enough about not only sedation dentistry, but also Dr. Hammel. He has restored my confidence in dentists to the point that I think I could probably have most dental procedures without sedation; but, I'm not going to try that because I'm so pleased with the sedation procedure!
N.D.
Like many other people I grew up not going to the dentist. When I did go it seemed to be the worst experience imaginable. For 20 years I didn't go to the dentist. I ended up with a mouth full of cavities and swollen raw gums. Eating, talking, and of course smiling were difficult. The worse my teeth got, the softer the food I would eat. My speech was altered by broken and missing teeth. Smiling was just out of the question. I had pain everyday that never went away. My confidence in myself was gone. My pain, embarrassment, and discouragement affected me both at home and at work.
One day I decided that enough was enough. I needed help, but I didn't know where to go. One evening I was on the internet and I found a very neat and informative website. There was a lot of information but the thing that really caught me was sedation dentistry. What is that? Sedation dentistry is just like it sounds. Take a snooze while the dentist works on your teeth. I sent an email to the address provided and asked if they could help me. I got a reply the next day from the dentist and his wife. They offered me a tour of their facility. I took them up on it. Let me tell you, everyone is so nice and understanding. The atmosphere is very comfortable.
Well, I decided to go for it. The dentist explained about sedation dentistry. I went in for x-rays and evaluation of my teeth. I was nervous so they gave me something to calm me down. My next appointment was the big one. I was going to have a lot of work done. We were going to do all of it in one eight hour day. Yea, me in a dentist chair for eight hours. Who would believe that? Not me. Well, let me tell you. I went to the appointment, I sat there for eight hours and the best part, I don't remember a thing. I had teeth filled, pulled, and crowned. If you were to ask how it was, I can't tell you. I don't remember. I had to go back for a deep cleaning and I went with the sedation again. I don't remember that appointment either. Sedation dentistry is just wonderful.
Now, I can smile and laugh. I have my confidence back and life is just so much better. So, I must say Thank You to the dentist and the staff. Thank You for introducing me to sedation dentistry and for making me feel at home in your office. Life is good, now.
B.B.
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