If you tense up just thinking about going to the dentist, you may benefit from sedation dentistry offered by Dr. Bill Dorfman DDS in the Los Angeles area.

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 people would rather skip the dentist altogether, rather than sit down for a checkup. The problem with that, of course, is that it puts their dental health at risk.

There are lots of reasons why people develop anxiety or phobia over dental care. It often stems from a bad experience they had with a dentist as a kid. Fear of pain may be involved, as well as a fear of anesthesia and its possible side effects.

Whatever the cause, sedation dentistry has helped millions of people get through their appointments.

Types of Sedation

• Nitrous Oxide: You also know this as laughing gas. Nitrous oxide has been used in dentistry for more than a century and is highly effective.
• Oral Conscious Sedation: You take a sedative an hour or so before the appointment. You won’t sleep but will be in a deeply relaxed state. When the appointment is over, someone will have to drive you home.
• IV Sedation: As the name suggests, this is a sedative that is administered intravenously. You won’t sleep with this, either, but will be in a deeply relaxed state. You’ll need an escort for a ride here and back.

Remember, it is essential that you do not compromise your dental health by skipping the dentist. Sedation dentistry from Dr. Bill Dorfman DDS in Century City may be just what you need. People throughout Beverly Hills, Hollywood, and Los Angeles come to us for complete general dentistry. Request an appointment today!

Contact Dr. Bill Dorfman, DDS – Century City Aesthetic Dentistry:

310-277-5678

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):

2080 Century Park E Ste 1601
Los Angeles, California
90067