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Sedation Dentistry
Are you nervous about your upcoming oral surgery? Sedation options like IV sedation and nitrous oxide can help you feel comfortable and relaxed during your procedure.
To learn more about the options Dr. Ryan K. Austin offers to his patients in Brigham City and South Ogden, UT, visit our team.
SERVICES > GENERAL | SEDATION DENTISTRY
Sedation Dentistry
Are you nervous about your upcoming oral surgery? Sedation options like IV sedation and nitrous oxide can help you feel comfortable and relaxed during your procedure.
To learn more about the options Dr. Ryan K. Austin offers to his patients in Brigham City and South Ogden, UT, visit our team.
Why Use Sedation Dentistry
According to the Medical Principles and Practices Journal, 36% of people suffer from dental anxiety. At our Ogden-area office, sedation dentistry can provide relief for anxious dental patients.
Sedation dentistry allows patients to undergo dental procedures with confidence. This relaxing medication is beneficial for the complex oral surgeries that Dr. Austin performs for his Utah patients.
Ask about sedation dentistry at your next appointment with Dr. Austin.
Sedation Dentistry Helps With Multiple Concerns
ANXIETY
Nervous about your dental appointment? Sedation dentistry at our South Ogden and Brigham City, UT, offices can help you relax throughout your time in the dentist's chair.
STRONG GAG REFLEX
Dental patients with a strong gag reflex can find undergoing any dental procedure to be problematic. Sedation can help you relax and curb this uncomfortable response.
DIFFICULTY SITTING STILL
Cerebral palsy, Parkinson's disease, and other medical conditions can make sitting still for long periods difficult for patients. Sedation dentistry can make dental care a comfortable experience. Sedation dentistry allows the dentist to perform procedures more efficiently.
COMPLEX SURGICAL PROCEDURES
Dr. Austin performs many lengthy and advanced procedures, such as jaw surgery and dental implant placement. Dental patients can relax with sedation options that quickly help the dentistry procedure pass. Your dentist will also administer a local anesthetic to ensure a painless experience.
Think You Can Benefit From Sedation Dentistry?
Request A Consultation
Many potential sedation dentistry patients throughout Utah all have something in common: they're avoiding the dentist. If you have nerves or concerns about an upcoming dental procedure, you don't have to grin and bear it. Sedation options can make your dental experience more efficient and painless.
Intrigued? Ask about sedation options, like laughing gas and IV sedation, at your next dental care appointment with our board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon. He's happy to explain how they work during your consultation, as well as assess if you're a good candidate.
Rest assured, your health will always come first and we'll be fully transparent about your choices. You can send our Ogden-area team a message to begin or call us at:
We Work to Meet Your Needs
Including Dental Anxiety
ALAINA MENLOVE
2021
Dr. Austin and his staff are just amazing. My youngest son had 2 wisdom pop through over the weekend and we were able to get them removed this week. My son was very nervous beforehand and they knew what to do. He ended up removing all 4 in less than 15 minutes. That blew my mind. His nurse was very kind and friendly and very thorough about the procedure and what to do/expect after the removal and when the sedation wears off. Dr. Austin was just as nice. I have never used them before but I am so glad that Brigham City has this kind of Doctor in town now. I highly recommend them for any mouth or face surgery. My other son will be getting his wisdom teeth removed in a few weeks.
ELEXANDRA BEIKMANN
2021
We went to Dr Austin for a second opinion after my daughter had a major anxiety attack just hearing what the other oral surgeon was going to do. My daughter has never had any sort of sedation and the concept of being sedated scared her terribly. Both my son and daughter needed their wisdom removed. They both had very different needs and personalities. Dr Austin and his staff were AMAZING at meeting each of their individual needs. They adapted to each of them and respected their needs and desires. They truly make their patients important. Beyond that Dr Austin has excellent skills. He is very skilled in the latest least invasive procedures. I greatly recommend them.
How We Stand Out
From Other Utah Dental Offices
Finding an oral surgery office isn't enough; you should look for one that puts you first. South Ogden, UT, sedation dentistry patients prefer our team because of offerings like these:
TWO LOCATIONS
For your convenience, we have two Ogden-area locations: one in Brigham City, UT, and one in South Ogden, UT. That way, you don't have to spend extra time traveling to your oral surgeon's office.
DENTAL FINANCING
Though insurance providers don't normally cover the cost of sedation, we make it easier to receive the treatment you need with CareCredit® financing. As a result, you can pay for your dentistry visit over time.
EMERGENCY TREATMENT
When an emergency happens, you need an oral surgeon you can trust. We're proud to offer emergency care and aim to fit in patients as soon as possible in urgent cases.
Choose a Board-Certified Oral Surgeon
For Your Treatment
When you visit Dr. Ryan K. Austin, you'll be working with a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon. That means he has oral surgery training that other dentists in South Ogden, UT, may not have. This intensive dental training and testing make him knowledgeable about administering sedation safely and effectively during complex surgical and dental procedures, such as dental implant placement and tooth extractions.
Invest in yourself by selecting a board-certified oral surgeon. Want to learn more about what that entails? Have questions about your options? Send our South Ogden or Brigham City, UT, office a message.
Ryan K. Austin, DDS is a board-certified oral surgeon.
Dental Care
Worth Traveling For
"Dr. Austin and staff were amazing. I traveled from Nevada and I am so glad I did. He even called me to see how I was doing that night. My family is extremely grateful for the quality care I received with 2 major procedures. I will continue care with Dr. Austin's office for our whole family even though we have to travel to his office."
Our Sedation Dentistry Options
You have options when it comes to the type of sedation used in your procedure. Your dentist may recommend one form of sedation over the other depending on your level of anxiety, the complexity of your procedure, and other factors. Dr. Austin administers:
Nitrous Oxide
— Administered through a mask placed over the nose, this colorless gas helps dental patients relax during the procedure without the drowsy after-effects of IV sedation.
IV Sedation
— Intravenous (IV) sedation is administered through a needle in the patient's hand or arm and can help patients achieve deep levels of relaxation.
Do You Offer Oral Conscious Sedation?
Dr. Austin does not offer oral medication. This form of sedation is less reliable because it takes longer to set in. Patients need to take the oral medication ahead of their appointment, and the dentist cannot adjust the strength of the oral sedation throughout the dentistry procedure. Nitrous oxide and IV sedation take effect almost immediately and can be adjusted throughout your procedure, making these options a more reliable choice than oral sedation.
Which Sedation Dentistry Method Is Right for You?
NITROUS OXIDE
FOR LIGHTER SEDATION
Nitrous oxide, otherwise known as laughing gas, is the lightest level of conscious sedation we offer. The gas takes effect in just a few minutes. You may feel a tingly or numb sensation in your body combined with a calm and relaxed mental state. This form of sedation is great for dental patients undergoing simpler procedures, like tooth extraction. Your dentist can adjust the effects throughout the procedure to ensure a comfortable experience.
IV SEDATION
FOR DEEPER SEDATION
IV sedation is used to achieve deep levels of relaxation during your surgical procedure. The effects of IV sedation set in almost immediately and can be easily adjusted throughout the procedure to keep you in a deeply relaxed state. With IV sedation, the patient is conscious and able to respond to the dentist but will not remember the procedure afterward. This consciousness makes IV sedation safer and more reliable than medical anesthesia.
Am I a Good Candidate
For Sedation Dentistry?
Candidacy will vary for nitrous oxide sedation and IV sedation, but patients should generally meet these requirements:
Our dentist can help you determine which sedation option is a good fit based on your candidacy, the complexity of your surgery, and other contributing factors.
Sedation Helps Ogden-Area Patients
Explore Our Exciting Treatments
As our South Ogden sedation dentistry patients have learned, there's no need to put off necessary dental care. We can help you feel completely at ease throughout your treatment. Once you're comfortable, you can pursue a whole new world of possibilities, including:
Our Ogden Dentistry Team
Makes Oral Surgery A Discomfort-Free Process
JULIA A
South Ogden, UT 2023
I got three wisdom teeth out and didn’t feel a thing. Friendly and good service. They also call you after surgery to check on you.
JASON CACEREZ
South Ogden, UT 2023
Got a wisdom tooth removed. Easy fast procedure with no pain other than the initial pinch from the anesthesia injection. In at 2pm and out before 2:45. Friendly staff would recommend.
Frequently Asked Sedation Aftercare Questions
When do the effects wear off?
Can I drive myself home?
How will I feel after the procedure?
When can I return to work?
Is Sedation Dentistry Safe?
How We Ensure Your Health and Wellness
Yes. We perform all sedation methods in the office so you can relax in a familiar setting with a staff you trust. Additionally, both IV sedation and nitrous oxide are adjustable, which allows us to administer the right amount of sedation needed for you.
In addition, we also have a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) who can come in to monitor special cases, like sedation performed on children, high-risk patients, and adults with disabilities.
Ryan K. Austin, DDS Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Dr. Ryan K. Austin is a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon with offices in South Ogden and Brigham City, UT. He practices a full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery with a focus on dental implant surgery, bone grafting associated with dental implants, and wisdom tooth extraction. He is proud to be affiliated with:
To request a consultation with Dr. Austin, please fill out our online form or call (801) 399-3701.
