Jacksonville, Florida Sleep Dentist — Oral Sedation for Reduced Anxiety Dentistry

Many people feel anxious about seeing a dentist. Fear of pain or discomfort is extremely common; even fears about the sights, sounds, and smells of the dental office are quite normal. Sometimes people who haven't been to the dentist in a while are afraid of being scolded or lectured for avoiding dental care.

Dr. Millie Tannen is an experienced sleep dentist who understands the range of emotions her patients may be feeling. That's why her practice is a leader in Jacksonville for oral sedation dentistry, which helps people to feel relaxed and comfortable throughout their dental procedures. It's also why Dr. Tannen created her facility as a dental day spa, with soothing music, scented towels, and movie viewing available to patients during their appointment.

At her Jacksonville, Florida practice, sleep dentist Millie Tannen is skilled in using oral conscious sedation for reduced anxiety dentistry while providing her patients with a relaxing dental experience. Find out why so many of her patients say, "Thank you! Relaxed dentistry changed my life."

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Oral Sedation Dentistry Candidates

No one wants to be anxious in the dentist’s chair, which is why Dr. Tannen created a reduced anxiety setting at her dentistry practice. Answer the following questions to determine if you are a good candidate for reduced anxiety dentistry.

• Have you had a previous traumatic dental experience?
• Do you suffer from a high level of fear regarding dental care, needles, or shots?
• Do you hate the noises, smells, and tastes associated with dental care?
• In the past, have you had difficulty becoming numb from topical anesthetics?
• Do you have a bad gag reflex?
• Do you have extremely sensitive teeth?
• Do you have complex dental problems with limited time to undergo dental care?

If you answered “yes” to any of the above questions, you may be a good candidate for reduced anxiety dentistry. Contact oral sedation dentistry expert Dr. Tannen today to schedule a consultation.

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How Does Reduced Anxiety Dentistry Work?

At her Jacksonville office, sleep dentist Millie Tannen uses safe, minimal oral sedation dentistry techniques. Prior to treatment, a mild sedative pill will ease you into a comfy state of relaxation, and you’ll also breathe a safe combination of oxygen and nitrous oxide (“laughing gas”). During treatment, we will carefully and continuously monitor your responsiveness, blood pressure, and oxygen level. At the end of the appointment, you’ll feel very comfortable, with little memory of the visit, and a companion will drive you home.

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Multiple Procedures Performed at Once in a Reduced Anxiety Setting

Often, patients with anxieties about dental treatments avoid seeing a dentist for many years, and as a consequence, need quite a bit of dental care. Dr. Tannen's oral sedation dentistry techniques mean you can have years of dental work done quickly, with little or no discomfort.

Dr. Tannen can replace crowns or dentures, restore sore gums to good health, whiten yellow or stained teeth, fix a chipped tooth, place dental implants or porcelain veneers, and more. Because you will be completely comfortable, Dr. Tannen can perform years' worth of dental treatments in just one or two visits. This is ideal for individuals with very busy schedules, as it allows you to get the dental care you need, easily and quickly.

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Facts about Reduced Anxiety Dentistry

• Oral sedation dentistry really works! You will relax throughout your dental appointment.
• Sedation is safe. You will take a small sedative pill before your treatment. No intravenous tubes or needles are used.
• You will have little or no memory of the experience, and you probably won’t remember sounds or smells.
• You will feel relaxed for up to five or six hours after taking the sedative medication. The amount of time you are relaxed will depend upon the treatments you will undergo.
• Complex dental treatments that typically require six or more appointments can be done in as little as one while you relax.
• Patients who have difficulty becoming numb with traditional methods will find that reduced anxiety dentistry eliminates this problem.
• Reduced anxiety dentistry is a safe way to reduce the fatigue of extended dental treatments that require long visits.

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Our Sleep Dentist Answers Common Questions About Oral Sedation Dentistry

Will I feel pain?

No.You will feel very little pain, if any.

Will I be unconscious?

No, you will be in a relaxed state, and you will be responsive.

Will I be monitored?

Yes, a member of Dr. Tannen's team will be with you throughout your treatment, and your vital signs will be monitored during the entire visit. You will never be alone.

How long will I be relaxing?

Depending on your needs, your relaxed state can last from two to six hours.

Will someone need to accompany me to my appointment?

Yes, the sedative effects of the medication will require the assistance of someone to drive you to our office and home again.

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Contact Dr. Tannen to Learn More about Oral Sedation Dentistry

If anxiety and fear has prevented you from receiving the dental care you truly need, reduced anxiety dentistry can help! Contact the Jacksonville practice of sleep dentist Millie Tannen to learn how oral sedation dentistry can help you relax through your dental procedures so that you can achieve the smile you have always wanted.

Millie K. Tannen, D.D.S.
3810 Williamsburg Park
Suite 5
Jacksonville, Florida 32257
Ph. (904) 733-3360
Fx. (904) 733-7849

“When I first came to see Dr. Tannen I had major dental problems and even worse dental phobia. Thanks to Dr. Tannen and her wonderful staff, I no longer fear going to the dentist, but most importantly I have a fantastic smile.” – S.F.

Through reduced anxiety dentistry, Dr. Tannen can help you achieve a smile makeover while you relax! See some of Dr. Tannen’s patients’ amazing before-and-after images.