Dr. Johnson’s Dental Blog

Some people experience severe anxiety when undergoing dental treatment. With oral conscious sedation, it is possible to relax during dental procedures instead of being tense and fearful. Oral sedation dentistry, relaxation dentistry, conscious sedation and anxiety-free dentistry are all terms used to describe this type of treatment. In addition to alleviating anxiety, oral conscious sedation can help patients with a variety of conditions.

You may want to consider oral conscious sedation if you have any of the following issues:

• Strong gag reflex
• Fear of needles
• Sensitive teeth
• Fear and anxiety associated with dental treatment
• Difficulty getting numb
• A history of negative dental experiences
• Trouble controlling body movement due to Parkinson’s disease, Cerebral Palsy or related condition
• Need extensive dental treatment requiring lengthy dental visits

If you have avoided dental treatment due to any of these factors, give us a call at 907-349-0022. We can give you more information about sedation options and help you determine which one is right for you. At Excellence in Dentistry we do all we can to make your visit as comfortable as possible. We look forward to discussing your oral health and dental goals.

• Dr. Kirk Johnson
• http://www.anchoragesmiles.com
• Excellence in Dentistry
• 1000 East O’Mailey, Suite 101
• Anchorage AK, 99515
• 907-349-0022

Achieving Health and Beauty with Modern Dentistry.

If you live near Anchorage and experience severe anxiety when undergoing (or even thinking about!) dental treatment, oral sedation is for you.

Conscious sedation dentistry is available in Anchorage at Excellence In Dentistry. We have been providing sedation dentistry in Anchorage for several years with excellent outcomes. Whether it is called relaxation dentistry, oral conscious sedation or anxiety-free dentistry, it is completely safe and very popular for our nervous cosmetic and restorative dental clients.

Though it may sound impossible, with oral conscious sedation, Alaska dentistry patients can actually relax during dental visits. In addition, healing times for oral surgery and extensive cosmetic dentistry procedures are often shorter if the patient is sedated during treatment.

Sedation dentistry is great for alleviating anxiety for our Anchorage patients, and oral conscious sedation can be effective for treating or working with the following:

• Teeth sensitivity;
• Fear of needles;
• A powerful gag reflex;
• Difficulty controlling body movement;
• Lengthy multi-procedure visits;
• Difficulty becoming numb with traditional injections.

If you need dental work more extensive than a filling; such as a root canal, tooth implant, crown replacement or wisdom tooth extraction; call Excellence In Dentistry at 907-349-0022. When you come to our office at 1000 East O’Malley, Suite 101, in Anchorage, AK, we can give you more information about sedation dentistry.

Sedation dentistry is only one of the services we offer at Excellence In Dentistry, where your smile is our top priority!

If you are planning extensive cosmetic dental work, you may be wondering whether to do it all at once or one procedure at a time over an extended period. Here are some factors to consider:

Cost
In the long run, It is less expensive to do it all at once. At Excellence In Dentistry in Anchorage, we are able to complete several procedures in one visit. We know that complete smile transformations are a significant investment for most Alaska residents. We would be happy to discuss affordable dentistry financing options. Call us at 907-349-0022 to schedule a no-pressure consultation.

Time
With the latest materials and cosmetic dental techniques, healing times are shorter than ever before. However, some procedures such as bone grafting, soft tissue grafting, root canals, and dental implants often require a short healing period.

It is easier physically and psychologically to have the fewest possible visits to your Anchorage dentist. You should also consider how your dental visits and necessary healing periods will impact your employment and family life. You will have less down time if you receive several procedures at once.

Aesthetic Results
While we routinely achieve great outcomes when doing a smile makeover in steps, porcelain restorations are best fabricated in the same “batch” for the most precise color matching.

Sedation Dentistry
When you come in for a smile analysis, we can discuss oral sedation dentistry. Many Anchorage cosmetic dental patients benefit from this safe and effective solution for pain and anxiety management. Conscious sedation is especially helpful for procedures such as multiple wisdom teeth extractions and dental implant placement.

Dr. Kirk Johnson
Excellence In Dentistry
1000 East O’Malley, Suite 101
Anchorage, Alaska
907-349-0022
http://www.AnchorageSmiles.com

Picture the following scenario: You are stretched out in a chair at your dentist’s office holding a remote as you try to tune into your favorite Alaska radio station. An assistant clips a paper bib around your neck. Someone switches on a bright overhead light and you see latex-gloved hands moving toward your open mouth. You close your eyes.

As you read this, does your heart begin racing? Are your palms sweaty?

If so, you may be a good candidate for sedation dentistry. Oral sedation benefits nervous dental patients in Anchorage every day. Moderate sedation is used for all types of dental procedures such as root canals, dental implants, and wisdom teeth removal. If you are considering extensive restorative or cosmetic dental work, conscious sedation may allow your dentist to complete multiple procedures in a single visit.

Don’t let fear prevent you from getting the dental treatment you need. Schedule a visit with Dr. Kirk Johnson to learn about conscious sedation dentistry.

• Dr. Kirk Johnson DDS
• Excellence In Dentistry
• http://www.anchoragesmiles.com/
• for your health, beauty and well-being

Excellence In Dentistry
1000 East O’Malley, Suite 101, Anchorage, AK in Anchorage, Alaska 99515.

Give us a call at 907-349-0022 or find us on the Web at: http://www.AnchorageSmiles.com

I’m Dr. Kirk Johnson of Excellence In Dentistry. My office is located at 1000 East O’Malley, Suite 101, Anchorage, Alaska. One of the best things about being an Anchorage area dentist is interacting with my patients. During initial dental consultations, I listen carefully to my patient’s short and long term dental goals.

I enjoy discussing options and developing effective treatment plans tailored specifically to each person. Some of my clients desire a total smile makeover. I explain in detail the treatments available including teeth whitening, dental veneers, orthodontia, crown restoration, and dental implants.

If a client is nervous about undergoing treatment, we discuss oral conscious sedation. Oral conscious sedation, sometimes called oral sedation dentistry, is a great option for anxious patients. Dental visits do not have to be painful!

After the treatment has been completed, it is very gratifying for me to see my patient’s reaction to their new smile.

I never get tired of creating dramatic smile transformations for the best clients in Alaska!

If you have been considering a smile makeover, let’s talk about your smile. Call Dr. Kirk Johnson at Excellence In Dentistry at 907-349-0022 to schedule a cosmetic dentistry consultation.