Hospital Dentistry

If you cannot receive dental care in a traditional dental office, our practice offers gentle and effective dental care in the nurturing environment of our local hospital. Our dentist has the distinctive ability to understand the specific needs of patients who need dental care but cannot cooperate for safe dental treatment. Through hospital dentistry, you can eliminate the struggles and trauma that can lead to a lifetime fear of dental treatment.

Is hospital dentistry right for me?

Hospital dentistry services are ideal for:

• Physically, emotionally, or developmentally challenged patients who are unable to hold still for dental treatment
• Patients who have a severe gag reflex
• Patients with complex medical conditions that make it unsafe to receive dental care in an office situation
• Patients who have allergies to local anesthetics or experience difficulty achieving numbness

For these situations, the use of general anesthesia may be the best option for you.

General Anesthesia

General anesthesia will put you into a deep sleep. You will be unable to feel pain or move around. General anesthesia for dental procedures can be provided by an anesthesiologist or dental anesthesiologist. These professionals are trained to deliver medication, monitor you during the procedure, and handle any complications that may occur.

To prepare for general anesthesia, follow the guidelines given to you by the doctor regarding food and fluid intake before and after the procedure. Rest quietly at home after the procedure. You will probably be ready to resume their normal schedule the next day.