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Helping Children Feel Comfortable and Safe
Nitrous Oxide (Laughing Gas)
General Anesthesia for Complex Cases
Specially Trained Pediatric Team
Continuous Patient Monitoring
Safe, Age-Appropriate Protocols
Comfortable Recovery Environment
Pediatric sedation dentistry involves using safe, carefully monitored medications to help children relax during dental procedures. Sedation is beneficial for children who experience dental anxiety, have difficulty sitting still, need extensive treatment, or have special needs that make traditional dental care challenging. Our goal is to provide comfortable experiences that allow children to receive necessary dental care without stress or trauma.
Expertise, Safety, and Compassionate Care
Advanced Pediatric Sedation Training
Continuous Patient Monitoring
Emergency-Prepared Team
Child-Specific Safety Protocols
Comfortable Recovery Areas
Parent Communication & Support
Dr. Ferguson has extensive training in pediatric sedation techniques and protocols. She understands the unique needs of children and uses age-appropriate sedation methods to ensure safety and comfort. Our team is specially trained in pediatric sedation monitoring and emergency procedures. We maintain the highest safety standards with continuous monitoring equipment and follow strict protocols to ensure optimal outcomes for every child.
Safe Solutions for Every Child's Needs
Nitrous oxide is a safe, mild sedative that helps children relax during dental procedures. Often called "laughing gas," nitrous oxide is inhaled through a small nose mask and creates a feeling of relaxation and euphoria. Children remain conscious and can respond to instructions, but feel much more comfortable and less anxious. The effects wear off quickly after the procedure, allowing children to return to normal activities immediately.
Yes, when performed by properly trained professionals using appropriate protocols. Dr. Ferguson has extensive pediatric sedation training, and we follow strict safety guidelines with continuous monitoring. We carefully screen each child and customize sedation approaches based on their individual health and needs.
With nitrous oxide, children typically remember the experience but feel relaxed and comfortable. With deeper sedation or general anesthesia, children usually have little to no memory of the procedure, which can be beneficial for anxious children or extensive treatments.
Nitrous oxide effects wear off within minutes after removing the mask. Other sedation methods may take several hours to completely wear off. We provide detailed post-sedation instructions and monitor your child's recovery before discharge.
For nitrous oxide and mild sedation, parents can often stay with their child. For general anesthesia, parents typically wait in a comfortable area while receiving regular updates about their child's care and progress.
We provide detailed pre-sedation instructions including dietary restrictions, medication guidelines, and what to expect. Preparation typically includes fasting for a specific period before the appointment and arranging for post-sedation care and transportation.
Sedation may be beneficial for children with dental anxiety, those needing extensive treatment, very young children who cannot cooperate, or children with special needs. We evaluate each child individually to determine if sedation would improve their dental experience.
If your child experiences dental anxiety or needs extensive treatment, sedation dentistry can make their dental care comfortable and stress-free. Contact Children's Dentistry of Coffee Creek today to discuss sedation options and learn how we can help your child receive the dental care they need comfortably.
