How can we help you?
Patient education plays a crucial role at Whitehouse Family Dental. Understanding the “hows” and “whys” helps you feel more informed and better able to make confident decisions about your family’s oral healthcare. Our knowledgeable dental professionals are always happy to answer your most pressing questions.
You’ll find a selection of questions we hear most often on this page. If you don’t see what you need here, don’t hesitate to call us so we can help you.
Root Canal Treatment
Yes, Whitehouse Family Dental understands that dental anxiety is real and can prevent patients from receiving the care they need. We offer several sedation options to help nervous patients feel relaxed and comfortable during their appointments.
Our Sedation Options
We provide nitrous oxide (laughing gas) and oral sedation to accommodate different comfort levels.
- Nitrous oxide offers mild relaxation while allowing you to remain fully conscious and responsive.
- For patients who need more profound relaxation, oral sedation involves taking a prescribed medication before your appointment to achieve a more profound calming effect.
Procedures Where Sedation Is Helpful
You know your comfort level better than anyone, and sedation can help you relax with any procedure. Many patients find sedation especially beneficial for:
- Composite fillings, especially multiple restorations in one visit
- Root canal therapy
- Dental implant placement procedures
- Crown and bridge preparations
- Extensive cosmetic dentistry work
- Periodontal treatments
- Wisdom tooth extractions
- Any procedure for patients with severe dental phobia
Safe Sedation Sedation Tailored to Your Needs
All sedation is carefully monitored throughout your procedure to ensure your safety and comfort. We'll discuss your medical history, current medications, and anxiety level to determine the most appropriate sedation option for your specific needs.
Your Comfort is Our Priority
Don't let dental anxiety prevent you from achieving optimal oral health. Call Whitehouse Family Dental at (419) 877-5404 to discuss sedation options and schedule your comfortable dental care.
Contrary to outdated stereotypes, modern root canal treatment at Whitehouse Family Dental is not painful. The procedure itself relieves pain rather than causes it.
The Infection Hurts, Not the Treatment
When bacteria invade the tooth's pulp chamber, they create pressure and inflammation that can't escape through the hard tooth structure. This infection causes the intense throbbing pain that often brings patients to our office seeking relief.
Effective Numbing Techniques
Before beginning your root canal, expect the following steps to ensure your comfort:
- Numbing with a topical gel to prepare the injection site
- Gently administering the local anesthetic
- Allowing sufficient time for complete numbing
- Checking to confirm you're fully comfortable before beginning
Modern Technology for Comfortable Treatment
Our leading-edge equipment makes root canal treatment predictable and efficient:
- Rotary endodontic instruments work more smoothly than hand files.
- 3-D cone beam imaging allows for detailed planning and visualization of root anatomy.
- Digital radiography provides instant, detailed images with minimal radiation.
Additional Comfort Options
Thanks to our dentists' skill and expertise, many patients find they don't need additional sedation for comfortable treatment. However, if you have dental anxiety, we offer nitrous oxide (laughing gas) and oral conscious sedation methods.
If you're experiencing tooth pain, don't delay treatment out of fear. Call Whitehouse Family Dental at (419) 877-5404 to schedule an evaluation and experience our comfortable approach to dental care.