Sedation Dentistry in Mission

Your Choice for Quality Sedation Dentistry in Mission, BC!

At Gateway Dental, we understand that dental visits can cause anxiety for many patients, leading to the avoidance of essential dental care. Our team’s top priority is your comfort and peace of mind during every visit, which is why we are pleased to offer sedation dentistry options tailored to ease anxieties, promote relaxation and increase comfort levels. Gateway Dental is here to help lessen your anxiety and ensure that you receive the dental treatment you require with ease and comfort.

What is Sedation Dentistry?

Sedation dentistry helps to provide a comfortable and relaxed experience for patients who may feel anxious or apprehensive about dental visits. It involves the use of safe, controlled sedatives to help you relax during your procedures, making it easier to receive the dental care you need. Sedation dentistry is especially beneficial for those with dental phobias, a low pain threshold or a strong gag reflex. By alleviating anxiety and discomfort, sedation dentistry allows for more efficient and effective dental treatment, ensuring a more positive experience from start to finish. At Gateway Dental, we are committed to your overall comfort and well-being, and do our very best to make your visit as pleasant and painless as possible.

Oral Sedation

Oral sedation provides light to moderate sedation to help alleviate dental anxiety. It involves taking one or two prescribed pills containing sedative medication before a procedure or appointment. The sedative induces a sense of sleepiness, promoting a more relaxed state during treatment and effectively reducing stress and anxiety.

Nitrous Sedation

Often referred to as “laughing gas,” nitrous oxide provides light to moderate sedation to help alleviate dental anxiety and keep patients comfortable during a dental visit. Made up of a mixture of nitrous oxide and oxygen, this safe and colourless gas is inhaled through a nose piece that is worn over the face. You need only breathe normally and inhale the nitrous oxide to help you feel more comfortable and relaxed. Since the effects of nitrous oxide are temporary, patients are generally able to resume their normal activities immediately after treatment. This form of sedation is an easy and convenient option for reducing anxiety and stress, helping to ensure that a patient’s dental experience is a smooth and comfortable one. Gateway Dental looks forward to seeing you soon so we can help you on the road to optimal oral health and wellness.