Dental Sedation in Las Vegas, NV

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What Is Dental Sedation?

Dental sedation uses medication to help you relax and remain calm during dental procedures. It is ideal for patients who suffer from dental anxiety and/or phobia.

Common Signs of Dental Anxiety
- Nausea.
- Sweating.
- Hyperventilating.
- Difficulty breathing.
- Heart palpitations.
Does It Hurt?
No, you do not feel any pain with dental sedation. In fact, the sedation medication will make your treatment pain-free.

Benefits of Dental Sedation at Summer Dental & Orthodontics

Provides a pain-free dental experience

Reduces anxiety and helps the patient remain at ease

Reduction in gag reflex, which may make treatment difficult

A patient may have no memory of the procedure, reducing future anxiety

Saves time by allowing the dentist to complete more complex procedures

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Types of Dental Sedation

Nitrous Oxide: Laughing gas is the most common type of dental sedation. You will be awake and aware of your surroundings, but you will also feel lightheaded and euphoric, possibly causing fits of laughter. The effects wear off as soon as you breathe regular air.
Oral Sedation: Oral sedation comes in the form of a prescription pill, which you take shortly before your appointment. You will be awake, but you’ll feel very drowsy. You may have no memory of your visit. The effects of oral sedation wear off a few hours after the procedure.
Sedation: Light IV sedation keeps you awake, but you will be intensely relaxed. The effects will take several hours to wear off.
General Anesthesia: General anesthesia involves a complete loss of consciousness. You will not be aware of your surroundings or see or hear anything. You will have no memory of your treatment. The sedative will take several hours to wear off.

How Much Does Dental Sedation Cost?

Dental Sedation has a wide price range, depending on your specific diagnosis. Our $25 Emergency Special will allow our doctor to give you a more specific treatment and price.

Dental Insurance and Financing.

Summer Dental & Orthodontics is in-network with most major PPO dental plans. We also offer flexible financing through SunbitOpens the website in the new window and CareCreditOpens the website in the new window.

Our office offers a complimentary benefits check and provides an estimated out-of-pocket cost before beginning treatment.

No insurance? No problem.

Summer Dental & Orthodontics Makes Treatments More Affordable

We’re investing in your care! We offer a $25 new patient special ($155* value, including an emergency exam and X-rays).

To help you smile now and pay over time, we offer access to flexible payment plans over 3, 6, or 12 months. Our team will help you get started so you can enjoy a beautiful smile without the financial headache.

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Hear From Our Patients

"On my visit the Dr. understood my fear and even asked if it was ok to let the chair lower, something no one has ever considered before!! He gave me very straight forward options for moving forward and reasonably priced options. Needless to say I’m moving forward with treatment and the use of iv sedation to fix my tooth. Thank you for being so understanding and careful with my concerns."

- Leslie F.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dental Sedation

Is dental anxiety common?
Yes! As many as 50% of Americans say they are afraid of the dentist, with 20% admitting to avoiding the dentist due to fear or anxiety.
Is dental sedation just for anxiety?
No, there are many other people who would also benefit from dental sedation. You should ask about sedation options if you:
- Have a strong gag reflex.
- Have difficulty getting numb.
- Have extremely sensitive teeth.
- Struggle to sit still for a long time.
- Are undergoing a very long procedure.
What happens if I avoid the dentist?

Avoiding the dentist can have many unintended consequences. Regular dental exams detect cavities, tooth decay, gum disease, infection, and signs of oral cancer. If left untreated, these issues can lead to bad breath, chipped, broken, and cracked teeth, toothache, tooth loss, or more serious complications.

Please contact our dentists at Summer Dental & Orthodontics to learn more about dental sedation in Las Vegas, NV.

What kind of treatment can I have while sedated?

Anything you need! We can do cleanings, as well as extractions, dental crowns, bridges, root canals, dental implants, dentures, veneers, and more.
How can I remain calm naturally?
- Meditate: Focus on slow, controlled breathing. Holding your breath can actually increase your anxiety, so breathe in and out with measured intention.
- Distract Yourself: Bring your headphones and listen to music, an audiobook, or your favorite podcast. This can drown out the sound of dental instruments and help you remain at peace.
- Communicate: Be sure to share your fears with our staff. We’re compassionate and empathetic, and we know how common dental anxiety is. We won’t take offense.

Why Choose Summer Dental & Orthodontics?

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Convenient Hours: Same-day, evening, Saturday, and Sunday appointments.
Insurance-Friendly: We’re in-network with most PPO dental insurance plans.
Transparent Pricing: We’re happy to provide easy-to-understand cost estimates over the phone.
All Services Under One Roof: We provide general, cosmetic, and emergency dentistry as well as oral surgery, endodontics, periodontics, and orthodontics in one location.
Innovative Dental Technology: The latest dental technology helps make your appointments faster and more efficient with more precise and accurate diagnoses.