Wausau Dentist

Anxiety over dental procedures is one of the main reasons patients do not take their oral health as seriously as they should. Dr. Kim and his associates understand the fear that accompanies visits and would like to make your dental experience as pleasant as possible. Sedation dentistry is a method that allows patients to maintain their oral health with as little discomfort as possible. In order to personalize the experience, Wausau Dentist Dr. Kim offers both oral sedation and nitrous oxide.

The oral sedation method uses a pill to sedate and calm the patient. The pill is administered before visiting the dentist. This single pill calms the patient?s nerves enough that the dentist is able to conduct a thorough examination of the patient?s teeth. Oral sedation differs from the IV method because you remain responsive, but calm, during your procedures.

The nitrous oxide, or laughing gas method, of sedation is administered by a dentist once the patient reaches the dentist?s office. This method also allows an individual to remain awake but detached from the procedures. The gas is administered via a breathing mask prior to the procedure begins. This method is commonly chosen by patients as there is no hangover side effect after the procedure is complete.

If excessive anxiety prevents you from taking the necessary steps to protect your oral health, call the Wausau Dentists of Dr. James Kim?s office at 715-849-5667 to discuss the available options for sedation dentistry. The experienced team will be more than happy to answer any questions you might have.