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Eases anxiety
Reduce nervousness and dental anxiety.
Sedation Dentistry
Sedation dentistry in Century City, CA.
If dental appointments make you nervous or anxious, you’re not alone. At Century Smile Maker in Century City, we understand that feeling comfortable with your dentist can make an important difference in your experience.
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Comfort first
A more comfortable dental experience.
Our team takes the time to listen to your concerns, explain your treatment, and help you feel more comfortable before we begin.
For patients who need additional help relaxing during dental procedures, nitrous oxide sedation is available.
Anxious patients welcome
Dental care for nervous and anxious patients.
Dental anxiety can affect anyone.
Some patients feel slightly nervous before an appointment, while others may postpone necessary dental treatment because of anxiety or a previous uncomfortable experience.
At Century Smile Maker, we welcome nervous and anxious patients and encourage you to tell us about your concerns.
Knowing what makes you uncomfortable allows our team to personalize your experience, explain each step of your treatment, and discuss options that may help you feel more relaxed.
Laughing gas
Nitrous oxide sedation in Century City.
Nitrous oxide is one of the options available to help certain patients feel calmer during dental treatment.
Often called laughing gas, nitrous oxide is inhaled through a small mask placed comfortably over the nose.
You continue breathing normally as the nitrous oxide and oxygen are administered. You remain awake and responsive throughout treatment, but may experience a greater sense of relaxation.
The amount of nitrous oxide can be adjusted during your procedure based on your individual needs.
Why patients like it
Benefits of nitrous oxide sedation.
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Promotes calm
Promote relaxation during treatment.
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More manageable
Make certain dental procedures feel more manageable.
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Stay responsive
Allow you to remain awake and responsive.
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Adjustable
Provide an adjustable level of sedation during treatment.
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Wears off quickly
Sedative effects diminish relatively quickly after treatment.
Is it right for you
Who should consider sedation dentistry?
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Feel anxious
Feel anxious before or during dental appointments.
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Delayed care
Have postponed dental care because of nervousness.
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A past bad visit
Have experienced an uncomfortable dental visit in the past.
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Hard to relax
Find it difficult to relax during dental procedures.
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Certain treatments
Become particularly anxious about certain treatments.
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Want options
Want to discuss options that could make treatment more comfortable.
What to expect
What to expect with nitrous oxide.
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Health review
Your dentist discusses your medical history, current medications, and planned treatment.
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Comfortable mask
If nitrous oxide is appropriate, a small mask is placed over your nose.
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Breathe normally
You breathe a controlled mixture of nitrous oxide and oxygen and begin to feel calmer.
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Stay in control
You remain conscious and able to communicate with the dental team throughout.
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Quick recovery
When treatment is complete the nitrous oxide is stopped; its effects generally diminish quickly.
Your comfort
Your comfort comes first.
A comfortable dental experience starts with communication. If you’re nervous, tell us. If you have questions about a procedure, ask us. If you’ve had a difficult dental experience in the past, let us know.
We want you to understand your care and feel comfortable communicating with our team throughout your appointment. Our goal is a supportive experience that helps you feel more confident about maintaining your oral health.
Century City
Looking for a sedation dentist in Century City?
If dental anxiety has made it difficult to schedule treatment, we’re here to help you move forward.
At Century Smile Maker, we provide sedation dentistry options for qualifying patients at our Century City dental office, including nitrous oxide sedation. Talk with our dental team about your concerns and find out whether nitrous oxide may be appropriate for your upcoming treatment.
Common questions
Frequently asked.
Nitrous oxide is a widely used, well-established option. You breathe a controlled mixture of nitrous oxide and oxygen, remain awake and responsive, and your dentist reviews your health history and treatment needs before recommending it.
No. With nitrous oxide you remain awake and able to communicate with the dental team throughout your procedure — you simply may feel calmer and more relaxed.
The effects generally diminish quickly once the nitrous oxide is stopped at the end of treatment, which makes it a convenient option for many patients.
Patients who feel anxious before or during appointments, have postponed care, have had an uncomfortable visit in the past, or find it hard to relax may benefit. Your dentist will confirm whether it is appropriate for you.
Yes. We welcome nervous and anxious patients and encourage you to share your concerns so we can personalize your experience and explain each step of treatment.
Ready when you are
Schedule your Century City dental appointment, today.
Ready for a more comfortable approach to dental care? Contact Century Smile Maker in Century City, CA to schedule an appointment and ask about nitrous oxide sedation for nervous or anxious patients.
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