Sedation Dentistry for Kids in El Paso
Creating Comfortable & Positive Dental Experiences
If your child requires a longer dental procedure or feels a bit anxious about coming to see us, we can help make their visit more enjoyable with safe dental sedation for kids in El Paso. Depending on your child’s unique needs, we offer both nitrous oxide and oral sedation to help them feel calmer while they’re in the treatment chair. For questions or to learn more about pediatric sedation dentistry, don’t hesitate to reach out to our team today!
Why Choose Jim Bowden, DDS for Sedation Dentistry?
- Dual-Trained Pediatric Dentist with 30+ Years Experience
- We Welcome Our Patients Up Until They Turn 21
- Compassionate & Professional Long-Standing Dental Team
Nitrous Oxide Dental Sedation
Although we do our best to make our patients comfortable, some struggle with a sensitive gag reflex, a fear of needles, or anxiety stemming from an experience at another office. In cases like these, nitrous oxide can be helpful! Commonly referred to as “laughing gas,” this calming solution can alleviate nerves, stress, and worry, allowing your child to relax comfortably in the treatment chair.
Who Is a Good Candidate for Nitrous Oxide?
We mentioned above that dental nitrous oxide in El Paso can help patients who have a sensitive gag reflex, a fear of needles, or dental-related anxiety. It’s also helpful for those who need extensive dental work, like multiple tooth extractions. If that’s the case for your little one, then don’t hesitate to schedule an appointment with Dr. Jim Bowden. That way, he can review their dental history, learn about any allergies or medical conditions they have, and, ultimately, determine if they are a good candidate.
How Does Nitrous Oxide Work?
Nitrous oxide is administered via a small nasal mask. Once your child has settled into the treatment chair, we will position it in place and instruct them to breathe in and out through their nose. After a few minutes, the effects will kick in, resulting in a calming wave washing over them. They’ll remain completely conscious and able to respond to our team; the sedation is just a little boost to help them have the positive experience they deserve.
Aftercare for Nitrous Oxide
Not only is nitrous oxide fast-acting, but the effects also dissipate completely within a matter of minutes. So, your child won’t need to take the rest of the day off school! Instead, they can resume their usual routine immediately following their appointment, keeping in mind any aftercare instructions we provide pertaining to the care that they received (i.e., rinsing with warm saltwater periodically, eating only extremely soft foods, placing a cold compress against the outside of their cheek for 10 minutes at a time).
Oral Conscious Sedation
We provide liquid oral conscious sedation that’s easy to swallow and great for kids. Because the effects can linger for several hours after their visit, it’s important that you plan to take them home and rest as the medication wears off. Oral sedation helps your child feel comfortable and relaxed while they’re in the treatment chair, allowing them to reflect positively back on their visit.