To state the obvious, nobody enjoys pain. Dr. McKay knows this, and that is why the dental team at Advanced Cosmetic Implant & Laser Dentistry has made patient comfort their first priority. In conjunction with creating a relaxing environment, we have various medications that can decrease and even eliminate pain associated with different dental procedures to give […]
Just Chill: Sedation Dentistry in Seattle
At Advanced Cosmetic Implant & Laser Dentistry, we believe no one should be anxious about seeing the dentist. We want to do whatever is needed to get you through your dentist appointments. Many of our patients have opted for sedation dentistry. Conscious Sedation We use a method called conscious sedation. Patients are given a sedative, […]
You Won’t Be Out Cold (Unless You Want To Be!)
Does your heart start pounding at the mere thought of having a cavity filled? Do you get sweaty palms when you drive by a dental practice? Many Seattle residents who have improved their smile with cosmetic dentistry or underwent extensive restoration services chose to use sedation. Though the terms “sleep dentistry” and “oral conscious sedation” […]
Will Zoom whitening hurt? What if you have sensitive teeth?
I never really had any cavities or dental work, but severe sensitivity has always been a problem. I am having Zoom whitening done next week and I’m so afraid about the pain factor as I’ve heard you can get very sensitive afterward. I’m wondering if the dentist will use sedation/anesthesia on me so I can […]
Can a hospital extract my teeth?
I have an absolutely horrendous fear of the dentist. It didn’t help that when I went in this past week, the dentist tortured me. Now I find out I have to have two teeth pulled. I told him I’d get back with him. Is there a way I can have this done at a hospital […]
Will a dentist pull all my teeth?
Would a dentist have any ethical problems about removing all my teeth if there isn’t a medical necessity for it? I really hate going to the dentist. It makes me physically ill. I just feel if I take out all my teeth and get dentures. Stacey A. – Little Rock, AR Stacey, It sounds like […]