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October 23, 2023
Reviewed by John Turke, DMD, Cosmetic and Restorative Dentist, Smile Science Dental Spa What Is Deep Sedation in Dentistry? Deep sedation is a controlled state of depressed consciousness in which a patient is not easily aroused but can still respond to repeated or painful stimulation. It sits between moderate (conscious) sedation and general anesthesia on […]
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October 20, 2023
Reviewed by John Turke, DMD, Cosmetic and Restorative Dentist, Smile Science Dental Spa What Is Nitrous Oxide Sedation? Nitrous oxide, commonly known as laughing gas, is the lightest form of sedation used in dentistry. It is a colorless, odorless gas delivered through a small nose mask that the patient breathes throughout the procedure. Nitrous oxide […]
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August 25, 2023
Going to the dentist is an essential part of maintaining good oral health, yet for many, it’s a task that’s often filled with apprehension and fear. If you’re one of those people who feel a sense of dread at the thought of sitting in the dentist’s chair, sedation dentistry may be a game-changer for you. […]
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June 20, 2023
Reviewed by John Turke, DMD, Cosmetic and Restorative Dentist, Smile Science Dental Spa Understanding Dental Anxiety Dental anxiety is not an irrational quirk or a failure of willpower. It is a common, well-documented psychological response that affects an estimated 36 percent of adults to some degree and causes roughly 12 percent to avoid the dentist […]
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