For many people, the thought of going to the dentist can be anxiety-inducing. Whether it’s the sound of the drill, a fear of needles, or discomfort from past experiences, dental anxiety is a common issue. Fortunately, sedation dentistry offers a solution to make dental visits more comfortable and stress-free. But what exactly is sedation dentistry, […]
Sedation Dentistry
Just Chill
Many patients have experienced the benefits of anxiety-free dentistry (sometimes called sleep dentistry). There are three main kinds of sedation options available in the Fargo area: Inhalation Nitrous Oxide, sometimes called ‘laughing gas‘ has been used in cosmetic dental offices for over a century, because, in many ways, it is an ideal sedative. It begins […]
We Take The Trauma Out Of Dental Trauma
At Designer Smiles, we encounter many nervous dental patients. ‘Nervous’ is an understatement in some cases—especially patients who are having a dental emergency. Patients who come in with a tooth injury are already experiencing pain. If they have dental anxiety or dental phobia in addition to the injury, the experience can be downright terrifying. We […]
Why You Shouldn’t Dread Going To The Dentist
Countless people see their stress levels rise as they anticipate an upcoming dental appointment. It’s so common there’s a term for it: dental anxiety. But sedation dentistry from Designer Smiles in Fargo can help even severe cases get the dental care they deserve. Some people get so concerned at the thought of a dental checkup […]
Keeping Patients Calm Since 1996
Categories: Dental Health, Sedation Dentistry
If you tense up just thinking about going to the dentist, you may benefit from sedation dentistry offered by Designer Smiles in Fargo. Millions of Americans stress out when they have to see the dentist. It is referred to as dental anxiety. There is a more severe form, too, called dental phobia. In both, some […]
Don’t Let Fear Of The Dentist Compromise Your Oral Health
Fear is a powerful emotion. If you have claustrophobia, you take a pass on cave exploration. If you have a fear of heights, you avoid sky diving. People with dentophobia fear dentists, and avoid dental care at all costs. At Designer Smiles in Fargo we can help such people get the dental care they need […]
Trouble Getting Numb For Dental Treatment?
For most of us, getting a cavity filled may not be the highlight of the day. But thanks to modern anesthesia, like what we use at Designer Smiles in Fargo, it’s really just an inconvenience. Some people, though, are resistant to local anesthesia like lidocaine. That makes what is ordinarily simple, like filling a cavity, […]
Let Us Ease Your Dental Anxiety
Are you worried about seeing the dentist? Do you tense up just thinking about your next checkup? If you are, you aren’t alone. Sedation dentistry from Designer Smiles in Fargo may be just what you’ve been looking for. There are lots of reasons why people have anxiety about dental care. It often stems from a […]
Overcoming Anxiety With Gentle Dental At Designer Smiles
Categories: Dental Health, Sedation Dentistry
Dental anxiety and the more severe dental phobia affect many people, including some of our patients at Designer Smiles in Fargo. Sedation dentistry has helped many of them. This post answers some questions asked about anxiety and dentist appointments. What are the long-term consequences of dental anxiety and dental phobia? The most harmful consequence is […]
Just Chill
Many patients have experienced the benefits of anxiety-free dentistry (also called sedation dentistry). There are three main kinds of sedation options available at Designer Smiles in Fargo: Nitrous Oxide, sometimes called ‘laughing gas‘ has been used in cosmetic dental offices for over a century, because, in many ways, it is an ideal sedative. It begins […]
