{"id":123,"date":"2020-10-18T19:09:42","date_gmt":"2020-10-18T19:09:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.statecollegedentalhealth.com\/blog\/?p=123"},"modified":"2025-07-28T16:06:53","modified_gmt":"2025-07-28T16:06:53","slug":"sedation-dentist-state-college","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.statecollegedentalhealth.com\/blog\/2020\/10\/18\/sedation-dentist-state-college\/","title":{"rendered":"Don\u2019t Be Afraid of the Dentist"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-124\" src=\"https:\/\/www.statecollegedentalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/man-at-dentist-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Man visiting his dentist in State College. \" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.statecollegedentalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/man-at-dentist-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.statecollegedentalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/man-at-dentist-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.statecollegedentalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/man-at-dentist-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.statecollegedentalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/man-at-dentist-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.statecollegedentalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/man-at-dentist.jpg 1946w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Do your palms get sweaty at just the thought of visiting your dentist in State College? You\u2019re not alone. In fact, research shows as much as 75% of adults in the U.S. have some degree of anxiety when it comes to seeing a dentist. For some people, their discomfort can be so profound, it\u2019s classified as a phobia. Whether you\u2019re afraid of pain, fear the environment, or are embarrassed by your teeth, your dentist can help you conquer your apprehensions to get the care you need.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Overcome Dental-Related Fears<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The American Dental Association recommends everyone sees their dentist at least twice a year for preventive services. Unfortunately, people who experience anxieties or phobias about dental care can avoid visiting their dentist for far too long. This can cause oral health issues to go undetected until they lead to a serious problem that may require immediate treatment. In some cases, some dental concerns can affect your overall health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your sedation dentist in State College can help you invest in a healthy smile without a worry in the world. You can sit back and relax using an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.statecollegedentalhealth.com\/sedation-dentistry.html\">effective form of sedation<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Nitrous Oxide:<\/strong> Better known as laughing gas, the inhaled sedative is safe for patients of all ages. The nitrous oxide and oxygen mixture are administered through a mask worn over the nose. As it takes effect, you might feel a warm tingling sensation as you reach a deep level of relaxation. You\u2019ll remain conscious, but you won\u2019t feel any nervousness. This is ideal for patients who have mild-to-moderate dental-related anxieties or need simple treatments, like a cleaning and checkup, filling, or a deep cleaning. Many patients prefer nitrous oxide because there aren\u2019t any lingering side effects, so you can resume your normal activities the same day.<\/li><li><strong>Oral Conscious Sedation:<\/strong> The prescribed medication is taken before your visit to help you relax. It\u2019s a bit stronger than nitrous oxide, allowing it to also reduce some pain during your procedure. Although you won\u2019t be unconscious, you might reach such a deep level of relaxation that you will fall asleep. Don\u2019t worry, you can be awakened easily to respond to the dentist\u2019s ques. It can take a few hours for the effects of the medication to dissipate, so you\u2019ll need someone to drive you home, and it\u2019s best to limit your activities for the remainder of the day.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Get the Healthy Smile You Deserve<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re not fond of the dentist, you don\u2019t need to put your smile at risk any longer. Your dentist can help you recommit to your dental health without worrying about any added stress. After an initial consultation to discuss your concerns, they\u2019ll determine which sedative best meets your needs for a comfortable visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About Dr. Kevin Labosky<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.statecollegedentalhealth.com\/meet-the-dentist.html\">Dr. Kevin Labosky<\/a> earned his DMD from Temple University School of Dentistry in 1997. He regularly continues his training to provide exceptional services, even for patients who have dental-related phobias. He can help you relax with sedation dentistry. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.statecollegedentalhealth.com\/contact.html\">Contact our office<\/a> today to schedule your consultation for comfortable care.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do your palms get sweaty at just the thought of visiting your dentist in State College? You\u2019re not alone. 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