(No Sedation)

Why We Don’t Use Sedation

We do not offer oral, nitrous, or IV sedation.

Because treatment in our office often involves longer, focused visits, patients need to be awake and able to participate throughout care. This allows us to:

• check comfort in real time

• confirm bite and function

• adjust appearance together

• maintain safety during extended appointments

Sedation limits communication and isn’t appropriate for the way care is structured here.

Comfort Comes From Preparation

Most discomfort in dentistry comes from uncertainty — not from treatment itself.

Our approach prioritizes:

• clear explanations before starting

• knowing what to expect during each visit

• a pace that allows breaks when needed

• ongoing check-ins throughout treatment

Patients often tell us the experience is easier than they expected once they understand what’s happening and why.

Your Role in Treatment

Participation is an important part of care.

Being awake allows you to:

• give feedback on comfort

• participate in esthetic decisions

• confirm how things feel as we go

This collaboration helps reduce surprises and improves outcomes.

For Patients With Anxiety

Dental anxiety is common, especially for patients who have delayed care or had difficult past experiences.

We take that seriously.

Instead of sedation, we focus on:

• setting expectations clearly

• moving at a manageable pace

• maintaining open communication

• stopping when needed

This approach helps many patients feel more in control — which often reduces anxiety more effectively than medication.

Is This the Right Fit?

This approach works best for patients who:

• want to understand their care

• prefer being informed rather than sedated

• are comfortable participating in the process

• value safety and communication

If sedation dentistry is a priority for you, this may not be the right setting — and that’s okay.

A Different Kind of Comfort

Comfort doesn’t always mean being unaware.
For many patients, it means knowing what’s happening, why it’s happening, and that they can move through treatment step by step.

If this approach resonates with you, we’re happy to talk more during a consultation.