Oral Sedation. A sedative pill taken by mouth, is safe, convenient and economical. When administered by a qualified dentist such as our dentist, Oral sedation can be more effective and deliver a deeper relaxation state than other forms of sedation. When you come for your free initial consultation, the dentist will review your medical history and will determine if oral sedation is the best sedation option for you.
The Oral Sedation Procedure
The procedure is simple. When you arrive for your treatment you will be given an oral sedative which will put you into a relaxed and comfortable state. You will be awake but very drowsy. The time you spend in the dentist's chair will feel like minutes. Before you know it, the procedure is over, and you will have little recollection of the entire experience.
Laughing Gas is one of the safest and the lightest forms of sedation available. It is non-allergenic and non-irritating. The gas also tends to reduce gag reflexes and saliva flow. Patients will feel totally relaxed during their treatment when sedated with laughing gas.
The Laughing Gas Sedation Procedure
A small mask will be placed over the patient’s nose and adjusted so that the patient is comfortable. At this time, the patient will be breathing 100% oxygen. The dentist will gradually introduce laughing gas. Once the patient feels completely relaxed, the procedure will begin.
At the conclusion of the sedation dentistry treatment, the patient will once again receive 100% oxygen (for a minimum of 3 - 5 min). At the end of this time, the person should feel back to normal.
IV Sedation or "Intravenous Sedation" is administered through a drug directly into a vein. IV Sedation is the most preferred and predictable method of sedation where deep sedation is desired. Profound state of relaxation and amnesia is achieved during IV sedation.
The IV Sedation Procedure
An extremely thin needle is inserted by our anesthesiologist into a vein close to the surface of the skin. IV drip consists of an anti-anxiety medication which puts the patient into a state of deep relaxation. Time will appear to pass very quickly and you will not recall much, or perhaps even nothing at all, of what happened.
A local anesthetic will also be administered in conjunction with this method of dental sedation. When you come for your free initial consultation, the dentist will review your medical history and will determine if IV sedation is the best sedation option for you.
During all sedation appointments, the blood pressure and pulse are continually monitored on our patients. In addition, we monitor the oxygen saturation levels of the blood with a pulse oximeter that gently clips onto the finger.
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Dr.k was incredible as was the staff they got me in immediately after I called with tooth pain and had a root canal done and they worked with me as I didn’t have insurance I would highly recommend coming in and seeing what they can do for you.
I've never enjoyed going to the dentist and have neglected going for years until a large chip of my tooth came out. I didn't have insurance and was desperate. Colleen took my call and scheduled me in the next morning. I was super nervous getting in but Edward and Katy answered all my questions during x-ray and helped me calm down a bit. When I finally got into the dreaded chair Traci was a rockstar and knew the assignment; checking in on me the entire time and made sure my saliva didn't consume me. Once Dr. Khurana got in there he worked his magic and was careful not to go too far with the drilling and got me out in no time. I'm so thankful for this amazing team and for their care that I just wish my past experiences were as easy and satisfying as this one.
The pricing was very reasonable as well! Considering that I didn't have insurance, had I known about their membership plan I would not have waited for an emergency to come up for me to finally make a trip to the dentist. I probably would've saved a lot more in the long run by addressing things sooner and taking advantage of their plan... lesson learned. Thanks again to Dentistry of Bellevue team!!
All the staff is amazing, they do their best to help me schedule my appointments, and work well with the insurance company. I really like their new offices. I managed to convince my wife and kids to move to Dentistry of Bellevue. They are also happy so far.
I've never enjoyed going to the dentist and have neglected going for years until a large chip of my tooth came out. I didn't have insurance and was desperate. Colleen took my call and scheduled me in the next morning. I was super nervous getting in but Edward and Katy answered all my questions during x-ray and helped me calm down a bit. When I finally got into the dreaded chair Traci was a rockstar and knew the assignment; checking in on me the entire time and made sure my saliva didn't consume me. Once Dr. Khurana got in there he worked his magic and was careful not to go too far with the drilling and got me out in no time. I'm so thankful for this amazing team and for their care that I just wish my past experiences were as easy and satisfying as this one.
The pricing was very reasonable as well! Considering that I didn't have insurance, had I known about their membership plan I would not have waited for an emergency to come up for me to finally make a trip to the dentist. I probably would've saved a lot more in the long run by addressing things sooner and taking advantage of their plan... lesson learned. Thanks again to Dentistry of Bellevue team!!
Dr.k was incredible as was the staff they got me in immediately after I called with tooth pain and had a root canal done and they worked with me as I didn’t have insurance I would highly recommend coming in and seeing what they can do for you.
I am a patient at Dentistry of Bellevue and I’ve always been having great experiences here. The nurses and doctors demonstrated their awesome expertise. I also brought my mom in for wisdom tooth surgery extraction and that was done smoothly and fast. I’d recommend this clinic to others
I've been a patient since 1992. I was a little worried when Dr. Peterson sold the practice several years ago, but soon discovered he really picked a great guy in Dr. Khurana to take over for him. I've really enjoyed watching the changes with updates to equipment and technology as well as the services they can provide. Dr. Khurana and Dr. Uhde can do amazing things right there in the office. It's rare to need to see anyone outside of the building, even the denturist comes right there. The hygienists have always been very gentle and skilled, and it seems there is very little turn over with employees which is really appreciated. I don't enjoy having to go to the dentist (really who does), but I'm really glad to have the dentists and staff at Dentistry of Bellevue as the people who take care of my dental health. I really recommend their office for anyone looking for a great dental team.
Dentistry of Bellevue is a fantastic dental office. The staff is super friendly and the Doctor explains all treatment plans in detail to make sure you feel very comfortable not only with the procedure but the price as well. I highly recommend this office.
My family has been coming to this office for about 4 years now. We started coming here simply because it was close to home. This was some of the best dumb luck we've had!! Dr. Khurana (Dr K.) is awesome. He is talented and caring, as well as helpful when it comes to working with your insurance. The hygienists and dental assistants are highly competent, and gentle. The front desk staff is friendly, helpful, and know you by name. My family and I will be patients here for years to come!
Always greeted with a friendly smile. Quick, attentive, quality care. My family has been coming here for years and wouldn’t choose anywhere else.