I think it all begins with listening to your patient and determining what is the source of their dental anxiety, what has made them so fearful in the past, and how can we overcome that together. Some patients do fine as long as I’m talking to them and I’m explaining what I’m doing and others don’t want anything to do with the dental chair. And for those we do offer oral conscious sedation, some medication that they take before they come in for their appointment to really give them some relief, some relaxation, and to make their experience a whole lot more pleasant.
Relax & Leave Your Oral Health in Our Experienced Hands
Up to 1 in 7 people are afraid of the dentist.
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An estimated 30 to 40 million Americans avoid seeing the dentist due to dental fear and anxiety. That’s a lot of smiles not getting the attention they need! At Pierce & Knight Family Dentistry, we understand how debilitating dental fear can be. If the thought of being in a dental chair scares you, getting your teeth cleaned or having a tooth filled can be a completely overwhelming experience. Here is how we make sure you feel at ease:
- We can prescribe an oral sedative for you to take ahead of time. By the time your checkup or procedure begins, you’ll feel completely relaxed and at ease.
- We use syringe-free anesthesia with The Wand® to make your treatment as painless as possible.
- Our friendly team greets you with a smile, and you can take advantage of free Wi-Fi. This helps make your appointment a comfortable, easy experience.
- We take the time to completely explain your dental care and answer any questions you have.
Along with dental sedation, our staff is fully trained to provide the most pleasant smile care possible. Just like we would want others to do for our own family, we work hard at creating a warm and inviting environment for each patient.
Our doctors regularly complete continuing education classes so they remain current on the latest dental treatments. You’ll directly benefit from their dedication to improving their knowledge.
Call us today at 913-251-9683 to schedule your next dental visit, or schedule online. If you need help relieving dental anxiety in Lenexa, trust the experts who have been doing it for years – Pierce & Knight Family Dentistry.
