CHILDREN’S SEDATION DENTISTRY MELBOURNE
Creating Positive, Relaxing Dental Experiences
It’s not uncommon for children to feel anxious about visiting the dental office, especially if they’ve had bad past experiences or just haven’t come in enough yet to feel comfortable. While our team strives to be as gentle, compassionate, and welcoming as possible to make sure your child feels right at home, there are certain situations in which we may recommend children’s dental sedation in Melbourne. You can learn more about the different types of sedation Dr. Miner offers below, or reach out to schedule a consultation!
Why Choose Riverside Smiles Pediatric Dentistry for Children’s Sedation Dentistry?
- The Team Only Works with Kids, Providing a True Kid-Friendly Environment
- Pediatric Dental Specialist with Over 10 Years of Experience
- Fun, Welcoming Dental Office with River-Themed Rooms
Nitrous Oxide (Laughing Gas)
We may recommend laughing gas for children who are anxious and require a dental crown or filling, or even if they have a fear of the dental office and are coming in for a cleaning. The process is quick and simple. We’ll place a small mask over your child’s nose that will allow them to breathe in a colorless, odorless gas. A trained staff member will monitor them during their procedure. Once their treatment is complete, we’ll remove the mask and they’ll be able to carry on with the rest of their day as they normally would since the effects wear off quickly.
IV Sedation (Coming Soon)
For more extensive procedures or a severe fear of the dental office, we may recommend IV sedation. This is administered by a trained anesthesiologist who will also monitor your child throughout the procedure. It’s important that your child take the remaining day off of school and any extracurricular activities until they feel 100 percent again.