Sedation Dentistry
Serving Northern Virginia including Tysons Corner, Fairfax, Reston, Alexandria, Arlington, Washington D.C. and surrounding areas
There are many Americans who avoid the dentist’s office at all costs. For many of these people, a trip to the dentist conjures up painful memories from childhood. Others may simply have a low pain threshold, while some simply experience anxiety at the thought of someone working on their teeth.
Unfortunately, avoiding the dentist out of fear will only lead to greater oral health problems in the future. It is important to go for two dental check-ups each year to make sure that you do not develop issues such as periodontal (gum) disease or tooth decay. If you experience a great deal of dental anxiety, two visits a year may prove to be more than you can handle.
At Softouch Dental Care, we work hard to make sure that all of our patients feel as comfortable as possible at their visit. We take pride in spending a great deal of time with each patient so that you receive only the highest levels of personal attention.
As part of this unparalleled personal service, we are sensitive to the anxiety experienced by many of our patients. To help reduce this anxiety, we offer a variety of sedation dentistry options so that your experience will be as pleasant as possible.
Sedation Methods
Dr. Chung offers the following sedation methods:
- Oral sedation
- Nitrous oxide
Oral sedation is an excellent way to reduce the anxiety you experience over your dentistry procedures. Dr. Chung will administer sedation medication to you orally when you arrive at our office, and it will take effect before we begin your procedure. You can then sit back and relax in our comfortable chairs, cushioned pillows, and warm blankets while we take care of your dentistry needs.
With oral sedation, you will feel drowsy, but you will still be able to respond if Dr. Chung needs to ask you a question or requires your assistance in any way. Oral sedation will allow Dr. Chung to work more quickly and efficiently, which may enable him to complete multiple procedures in one visit. It is important to have someone who can take you home after your procedure, since you will not be in any condition to drive.
We also offer nitrous oxide gas as an alternative sedation method. Dr. Chung will administer nitrous oxide gas through a mask placed on your face. You will feel the effects of the nitrous almost immediately. Since there are no lingering effects, you will be able to drive home yourself.
To learn more about our sleep dentistry techniques, please contact Softouch Dental Care today to schedule a consultation with Dr. Chung. We serve clients in Northern Virginia and Washington, D.C.
Oakton, VA 22124
