We will always choose the most conservative treatment options available to your child, and we seek to use non-invasive procedures whenever possible. However, there are times when your child may need to be sedated to care for them properly. Ultimately, their safety and comfort are our utmost concern.
Laughing gas is the common term for Nitrous Oxide, a safe and mild method used during dental procedures. Your child will be awake and responsive throughout the procedure, in a more relaxed state.
Because this type of sedation is short-lived with a gentle effect, it is often used for children. Nitrous oxide puts patients at ease to remain relaxed during dental procedures allowing the anxious child a more pleasant dental experience! We customize each case individually and will discuss sedation only if necessary.
Deep sedation may be required due to apprehension, anxiety, age, or medical condition. Sedation may be used if your child needs extensive or complicated procedures that will take a long time to complete, or needs several procedures done all at the same time.
General anesthesia makes your child’s whole body “go to sleep”. It is needed for certain dental procedures and treatments so that his or her reflexes will be completely relaxed. Your child will feel no pain during the procedure, nor have any memory of it.
Our practice offers in-office general anesthesia administered by a board-certified dental anesthesiologist, Dr. Michael Higgins. Board certification indicates advanced training and adherence to strict safety protocols, allowing complex dental care to be completed safely in a controlled clinical environment.
We provide safe pediatric sedation dentistry services for families in our Northbrook, Highland Park, and Lincolnshire offices. Treatment recommendations may vary based on the child’s needs and the services available at each location.
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