At Fioritto Family Dental, we understand that dental anxiety and fear can make even routine visits feel overwhelming. That’s why we offer a full range of sedation dentistry options, providing a safe, comfortable, and stress-free experience for patients of all ages. Whether you experience mild nervousness or intense dental phobia, our team can customize a sedation plan to help you relax completely while receiving high-quality care. From mild laughing gas to deep IV sedation, our priority is to eliminate anxiety so your visit is painless, efficient, and worry-free.
Laughing Gas
For our patients experiencing mild anxiety, nitrous oxide, also known as laughing gas, provides a safe and effective way to feel calm throughout your appointment. Administered through a small mask over your nose, this inhaled sedative is combined with oxygen to induce a sense of deep relaxation. You remain fully conscious and responsive, but your stress and sensitivity are significantly reduced. The effects wear off almost immediately once the mask is removed, allowing you to drive yourself home and resume normal activities right after your visit.
Conscious Oral Sedation
For patients with moderate to high anxiety or those undergoing longer treatments, conscious oral sedation offers a deeper level of relaxation. A prescribed pill is taken shortly before your appointment, allowing you to remain conscious while feeling profoundly calm. Many patients experience little or no memory of the procedure afterward, which can make even complex treatments feel manageable. Because the effects last for several hours, a responsible adult must drive you to and from the office and remain with you until the sedation fully wears off, ensuring your safety throughout the day.
IV Sedation
For patients with significant dental anxiety, those requiring extensive procedures, or patients undergoing oral surgery, Intravenous (IV) Sedation provides the deepest level of comfort. Administered directly into the bloodstream, IV sedation allows our trained professionals to precisely control the sedation level throughout your treatment.
While technically conscious and able to respond to simple instructions, most patients feel profoundly relaxed, often drifting into a light sleep with little or no memory of the procedure afterward. This approach ensures maximum anxiety relief, allowing complex procedures to feel short, comfortable, and stress-free. A responsible adult must accompany you home and supervise you for the remainder of the day.
Learn More About Sedation Dentistry for Your Smile
As a family-owned and operated practice with over 55 years of providing quality dentistry in Lake County, we are uniquely equipped to care for patients with dental anxiety. We combine state-of-the-art technology, expert monitoring, and a compassionate, non-judgmental environment to ensure your comfort and safety.
If fear has prevented you from maintaining your oral health, sedation dentistry can be the solution you’ve been searching for. Don’t let anxiety delay the care your smile deserves – call Fioritto Family Dental in Mentor or Concord today to schedule a relaxed, worry-free appointment.
