Sedation dentistry can help alleviate any unease you have about visiting your Barrie dentist.

Dental Sedation Helps You Relax During Your Visit

Sedation Dentistry in Barrie

woman sitting in dental chair in barrie Does going to the dentist make your heart race faster? Does even just the thought of the dental chair make your stomach hurt? If you find yourself feeling anxious about dental appointments, you should know that you’re not the only one who feels this way.

At Park Place Dental, we understand how you feel, and we want to help you get the dental treatment you need without feeling dental anxiety, so we offer options for dental sedation in Barrie, ON, so our patients can feel at ease. With different levels of relaxation, you’ll find an option that will allow you to feel comfortable at the dentist again.

What is Nitrous Oxide?

Also called laughing gas, nitrous oxide is administered in gas form through a mask worn during your treatment. Nitrous can help with many different types of procedures and it’s also safe for children.

Nitrous can help you feel relaxed quickly, and once the mask is removed it leaves your system right away. This means that it’s safe for you to drive after your appointments, and you’ll have no problem resuming your normal activities.

Laughing gas is our lightest level of sedation, and it's ideal for patients who just need to relax to get through their dental procedures.

What Is IV Sedation?

IV sedation allows Dr. Joo to administer the medication directly into your system intravenously. He will carefully monitor your heart rate and vital signs throughout your procedure.

IV sedation delivers a very deep relaxation that works well for patients experiencing severe anxiety, who have special needs, or who have multiple and complex treatment procedures they would like to complete during one visit.

After treatment with IV sedation, you'll need to relax for the rest of the day, get plenty of rest, and plan for ample recovery time. You will also need transportation arrangements for this type of sedation.

Who Is a Candidate for Dental Sedation?

Our dentists would love to talk with you if you feel you would benefit from sedation dentistry. With two different levels of relaxation, we have a solution to accommodate your needs. Here are some situations in which you might consider sedation dentistry.

Dental Fear

Whether you feel minor stress or anxiety about dental procedures, or intense phobia, sedation can help you relax and get the dental care you need and deserve.

Gag Reflex

A severe gag reflex can make it challenging to receive dental treatment comfortably. Dental sedation can help ease the reflex and provide more comfortable care.

Extensive Treatment

Those with extensive treatment plans who want to complete all their procedures during one appointment might find it easier with dental sedation.

Difficulties Sitting

Those who experience challenges or discomfort with sitting for long periods might benefit from dental sedation.

Special Needs

Patients with physical, mental, or emotional special needs may find treatment with dental sedation more comfortable.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes! Dr. Joo is trained and licensed to provide IV sedation to our patients at our Barrie dental clinic. He closely monitors your heart rate and vitals during treatment for your comfort and safety and can adjust the medication during procedures. This deep level of relaxation allows patients to feel like they slept throughout their care while they complete the dental treatment they need.

Sedation dentistry in Barrie is an excellent option for patients who feel anxious or fearful about dental visits. With different levels of dental sedation, we can help patients comfortably receive the necessary dental care.

Other Dental Sedation Options in Barrie

At Park Place Dental, we also offer a lower level of sedation with nitrous oxide.

Nitrous oxide is an excellent option for patients with mild anxiety who want to "take the edge off" during dental care.

If you or a loved one may benefit from dental sedation, please contact our team at (705) 728-9922 and book an evaluation with one of our dentists.

If you have a fear of the dentist, you are not alone. Park Place Dental offers two different levels of sedation including Nitrous Oxide aka "laughing gas" and conscious sedation aka "sleep dentistry" to ensure our patients feel comfortable getting the necessary treatment they need to be completed.

Importance of Regular Dental Exams

Many people have stated that they avoid seeing the dentist regularly due to fear or anxiety of receiving dental treatment.

However, since this group of people often prolongs receiving what may have been a small filling or just regular cleanings and check-ups, they usually only contact the dentist in the case of an emergency.

We want to ensure all of our patients receive regular dental care to help aid in good oral health, catch any issues while they are small, and avoid only seeing our patients in emergent situations which will save you time and money!

Sedation Dentistry for Dental Anxiety in Barrie

If you are looking for sedation dentistry in the Barrie, ON area please feel free to give us a call for more information!

At Park Place Dental, we offer three levels of sedation dentistry to see you through your dental treatment. We understand dental phobia and anxiety, but we never want it to stand in the way of your dental care.

Sedation Dentistry Options in Barrie

To get started, your dentist discusses the various options with you and makes sure sedation dentistry is a good and safe choice. Don’t worry; most patients are good candidates for our sedation!

Our sedation dentistry options include:

Nitrous oxide—a safe gas that produces feelings of ease and relaxation throughout treatment. When we remove your small nasal mask, the feelings leave, which means you are safe to drive yourself home from treatment.
IV sedation—an intravenous method, also called sleep dentistry. With this option, you sleep through your dental treatment. You will also need a ride home from your appointment.

Your dentist may opt to use more than one sedation method as well.

Contact Our Barrie ON Dental Practice

We encourage you to contact our dental office if you have any questions about sedation dentistry in Barrie, ON.

Dental anxiety affects patients of all ages, including children, but we have experience helping little ones feel more at ease in the dental chair.

First, we use a gentle hand and adopt a soothing manner to help kids feel safe and comfortable. We use age-appropriate language and make strides toward building relationships with our young patients. We aim to make every dental visit feel like catching up with trusted friends.

For kids who need a little extra reassurance, we offer sedation dentistry in Barrie.

Sedation Dentistry for Every Age

We offer:

Nitrous Oxide: This relaxing gas, sometimes called laughing gas, helps kids feel melancholy and slightly detached from treatment.
IV Sedation: With this sedation option, your child is unlikely to remember their time in the dental chair.

The dentist will evaluate your child to ensure IV sedation is a safe option. We also provide continuous monitoring during sedation to ensure safe and successful treatment.

For Children’s Dentistry in Barrie, Contact Us

If you’re looking for children’s dentistry in our area or if you’re ready to book a consultation with our family dentist, call our office today to get started.

We encourage you to check out our current dental specials and ask a team member about the Affirm Payment Program.

How Does Sedation Dentistry Benefit Patients?

Patients with dental anxiety or special needs may avoid getting much-needed dental care. This can result in a vicious cycle of patients avoiding preventive treatment, coming in with complex problems, and then needing more complicated treatment to restore their smiles, which results in fear and anxiety.

Dental sedation allows our patients to comfortably receive the dental care they need in the manner that's most comforting and relaxing for them. Sedation promotes good dental health and happy smiles by taking the fear out of dental procedures.

Dr. Joo has years of experience and advanced training in handling cases requiring dental sedation, so you can rest at ease knowing you’re in good hands. He can also help you determine the level of sedation that is best for your needs, so don’t hesitate to discuss your concerns and your needs with him before your treatment procedure.

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Meet Our Doctors:

Dr. Moore D.D.S.

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Dr. Ellie Moore is originally from a small town, Penticton, BC. She received her bachelor's degree from the University of Toronto and her Doctor of Dental Surgery from the NYU College of Dentistry.

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Dr. Kent D.D.S

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Dr. Kent Shin was born in Korea and now resides in Toronto, Canada. He completed his Bachelor of Oral Health in Dental Science and Graduate Diploma of Dentistry at Griffith University in Gold Coast, Australia.

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Give Us a Call to Learn More About Sedation Dentistry in Barrie

At Park Place Dental, our patients’ comfort is our highest priority. It is also our goal to help you achieve your goals for your smile while maintaining optimum oral health. Dental sedation makes these goals possible for many patients who might not have been able to have dental work done in the past.

You no longer have to feel scared of the dentist! Give Park Place Dental a call today to learn more about sedation dentistry options.

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Dental Sedation Options

Do you experience dental anxiety? Modern dentistry now offers so many options for keeping you comfortable that there's no need for you to ever let anxiety prevent you from making dental appointments.

Nitrous Oxide

Nitrous oxide is an odorless gas that's mixed with oxygen and inhaled through a small nasal tube that sits under your nostrils. Nitrous is the mildest, yet extremely effective, form of sedation. will not put you to sleep. You will remain alert enough to communicate with our team, but you will enjoy a calming sense of well-being that helps you relax, which allows us to do our work as efficiently as possible. Dr. Joo is trained to administer nitrous oxide safely, and during your procedure, a member of our team will be right there with you to monitor your progress.

IV Sedation

IV sedation is the way to go if you experience intense anxiety or just want to go to sleep during your procedure. Dr. Joo is qualified to administer IV sedation right here in our office, so you don't have to visit another doctor to get the anxiety relief you need. IV sedation doesn't just help with your anxiety, either. It allows Dr. Joo to work freely, allowing him to perform your treatment more efficiently and cutting down the time usually needed for certain procedures.

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