Sedation Options in Salem, OR

Surveys show that most people have at least some anxiety about visiting the dentist. If you fall into that category, you’re in good company. The team at Bickler Dentistry works hard to ensure that every patient receives relaxing dental care. One of the ways we do this is by offering Salem sedation options. Sedation administered by Dr. Bickler will help you:

Get rid of your anxiety so you get beneficial smile care
Lie back comfortably during long procedures or multiple procedures at one visit
Reduce your gag reflex so you’re more at ease
Eliminate any discomfort by working with local anesthesia

Call Bickler Dentistry today at 503-647-4645 to schedule an appointment. Get the care you need using dental sedation.

Relax & Enjoy Your Treatment With Dental Sedation

Dr. Bickler feels strongly that sedation is a necessary part of dentistry. That’s why he has completed sedation certification. He and the rest of our team are committed to providing the best dental care we can, so we offer you more than one sedation option to help you relax. We’ll help you decide which method is right for you. You can even receive both together if you feel especially nervous.

Your choices include:

Inhaled Sedation – You’ll breathe in a sweet-smelling gas, and nearly immediately you’ll begin to feel a sense of euphoria and lightness. Your cares will vanish as the gas takes effect. There is no lingering grogginess, so you can drive yourself home.
Oral Conscious Sedation – Dr. Bickler will prescribe a small pill for you to take ahead of time. It will produce a complete sense of calm and relaxation. For this type of sedation, you’ll need to arrange a ride home after your treatment.

In addition to sedation, we offer a menu of amenities to help you feel more at home. You can take advantage of pillows, blankets, headphones, and a beverage station to get comfortable and feel relaxed.

Come experience our Salem sedation options at Bickler Dentistry. Call 503-647-4645 today to schedule your next dental cleaning and exam. You can also make an appointment online.

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Common Questions About Sedation Options

What sedation options are available to me?

At Bickler Dentistry, we’re proud to offer you safe dental sedation options. You can choose between inhaled sedation with laughing gas or oral conscious sedation using a small pill. Either one will work great when it comes to eliminating your dental anxiety. We’ll help you determine which one is right for you.

Are your sedation options safe?

Yes, our sedation options are completely safe to use, especially when administered by a staff that’s as trained and experienced as the team at Bickler Dentistry. Laughing gas is so safe and mild that it is even approved for children. With oral conscious sedation, the pill you’ll take will be FDA-approved, so you can feel comfortable taking it with no problem.

What should I expect after dental sedation?

If you choose inhaled sedation with laughing gas, the effects of the sedative will vanish immediately after your exam or procedure. You should have no problem safely driving yourself home. With oral conscious sedation, the pill’s effects will linger for a few hours, so you’ll need a trusted friend or family member to drive you home afterward.

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