Laughing Gas

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A Gentle Dental Sedation Option for a Positive Dental Experience

Serving Burlington, Cold Spring, Florence, & Northern KY

Positive dental experiences during youth can help provide a positive view of dentistry and oral health habits.

Although we strive to be a preventative-based practice, we understand that there are times when additional dental treatment may be needed. In these cases, sedation may be recommended. This relieves the possible anxiousness a child feels and creates a positive behavior pattern.

As an experienced pediatric dentist, Dr. Eric Soper has additional training and is licensed and qualified to treat your child with laughing gas and other sedation dentistry options. Prior to the use of any type of sedative, they will discuss with you the risks and benefits of this treatment. Please do not hesitate to ask us about sedation dentistry!

Laughing Gas

Laughing gas can help your child remain calm and content during their dental treatment. It is a very light sedative that will relax your child. The child remains awake and able to respond to questions and commands, but in a state of relaxation.

Laughing gas is a great option for children with dental anxiety. Sedation dentistry is also useful for children who:

Need lengthy or in-depth dental work

Have trouble sitting still for long periods of time

Have an overactive gag reflex or another problem that makes dentistry difficult

Have had poor experiences with dentistry in the past

Your child will breathe the laughing gas in through a small face mask during their appointment. The gas is mixed with oxygen and completely safe. Once we remove the face mask, your child will return to a normal state of awareness within minutes.

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“My daughter has anxiety she was so nervous about going to the dentist. Sara and Dr. Soper made her feel comfortable and relaxed. They went through every step with her and explained what they were doing. When we left my daughter told me that it was a nice experience and that Sara and Dr Soper were extremely nice and made her feel comfortable. We will definitely be going back.”
– Amber A.

Common Questions About Laughing Gas

Your child will smell a sweet, pleasant aroma and experience a sense of relaxation. Anyone with anxiety about the sights, sounds, or sensations of dental treatment will usually respond more positively while using “laughing gas.”

Your child should have little or no food prior to the appointment. (Occasionally, nausea or vomiting occurs when a child has a full stomach.) Inform the pediatric dentist of any respiratory condition or medications your child is taking.

If your child has a middle ear infection he/she should not be exposed to laughing gas. The gases could build up in the body causing further problems.

Why Choose Pediatric Dental Center

Convenience

Pediatric Dental Center has multiple locations for your convenience. At any location, you will discover a wide range of services to suit all of your child’s needs. We are your trusted one-stop shop for dentistry! Whatever treatment is needed, you can rest assured that your child will be treated with respect and care.

Quality

Our pediatric dentists are both experienced and board-certified. They have specialized training so that they understand your child’s needs for comfort and deliver optimal results for your child. Our practice is completely mercury-free. We only do composite fillings and stainless steel crowns. Our materials lend themselves to better results while keeping your child safe.

Fun

We pride ourselves on our fun environment! Kids like coming into our office. There are things for them to look at and activities to do. They have entertainment options and various amenities to keep them comfortable and distracted from any anxiety. We believe in education, and we know how to make it fun. We speak in simple terms to encourage your child to brush and floss correctly at home.

Have Questions or Want More Info on Laughing Gas?

If you are looking for a children’s dentistry that you can trust, you have come to the right place. Here at Pediatric Dental Center, our friendly and knowledgeable staff have the answers and expertise to give you the answers you need and to help put your mind at ease.

We have convenient office locations in Burlington and Cold Spring, Kentucky. We also proudly provide dentistry for children to patients from all over the Northern Kentucky area, including the communities of Florence, Hebron, Covington, Erlanger, Independence, Ft. Thomas, KY and Lawrenceburg, IN.

For a quieter and more peaceful dental experience, ask our doctors about sedation dentistry. Contact Pediatric Dental Center today.

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