You are the best judge of your level of fear. If you feel you have a mild case of fear of dentistry, laughing gas (nitrous) may be enough for you. You will be aware of everything going on while you lay back relaxed. It helps take the edge off your fear so you can comfortably go through your treatment. It will wear off by the time your appointment ends, so you will not need a ride home.

If you feel you need a little bit more to get through your treatment, Dr. Loftin is licensed to offer our patients conscious oral sedation. He will prescribe you pre-medication to take the night before your treatment and another medication an hour before your appointment. In taking this medication, you will need a ride to our office and to get you home. Dr. Loftin and his dedicated Registered Dental Assistants continually monitor you through your appointment as most likely you will be asleep. You can be woken up during treatment to respond to instruction and to see how you’re doing. The next day you most likely will not remember your appointment, so you will be sent home with care instructions that we have already reviewed with your driver.