Nitrous Oxide

At Fairwood Dental Center, it is our mission to help our patients feel as comfortable as possible during their appointments. Among the sedation methods we provide, nitrous oxide is one of the most commonly used.

 

Nitrous oxide, also called laughing gas, is given by placing a mask over their nose, which is how the patient inhales the non-flammable gas. It has very minimal odor and taste, but is not foul. There are no detrimental side effects or risks tied to nitrous oxide, as well as no known allergy responses. It is safe for patients of all ages, and helps the patient relax more during their procedures.

 

Another benefit to nitrous oxide is that it wears off almost immediately, so patients are free to drive after the appointment and return to their normal activities right away. Nitrous oxide is offered to patients for a variety of procedures, like root canals, extractions, deep cleaning or other periodontal procedures, fillings and even routine cleanings. Patients with dental anxiety find that it takes the edge off successfully.

IV Sedation

IV sedation is an effective and safe dental resource.  Through sedation services we help patients feel relaxed and comforted throughout their procedure. Although sedation can be administered through various methods, IV sedation is both fast acting and easy to control. Also called “Twilight Sedation”, IV sedation is introduced intravenously and can be adjusted according to patient needs.

 

Through IV sedation, you’ll experience your procedure as a pleasant rest.  You’ll likely have little to no memory of the process and feel no discomfort. Since IV sedation is so safe and effective, some patients can even undergo multiple procedures during one sedation session.

 

For more information IV sedation and other forms of sedation dentistry, please visit our website or contact us directly here at Fairwood Dental Center.

Bone Grafting

Dental implants are often provided to people who have missing teeth and are hoping to find a more permanent solution. However, implants must have a sufficient amount of jaw bone to be placed securely and this isn’t always naturally the case. The missing teeth can cause the jawbone to atrophy and makes it difficult for the implant procedure to work.

 

Today, we have the ability to grow bone through bone grafting. Bone grafting helps grow enough bone at the implant site for placing the titanium post and completing a successful procedure.

Here at Fairwood Dental Center, we offer minor and major bone grafting. The main difference is exactly how much bone will need to be grafted. Some patients can get minor bone grafting that helps increase how much bone is present. Others require major bone grafting if they have more loss and the jawbone has been reabsorbed.

 

Patients who are in need of implants but don’t have enough bone to install the post have a great option in bone grafting when they come to our clinic. If you are in the Renton, WA area, call us at 425-271-7725 for a consultation. 

Dental Hygiene and Periodontal Health

Dental hygiene and periodontal health is important to us at Fairwood Dental Center, which is why we encourage proper dental hygiene to all of our patients. Good dental hygiene, brushing the teeth twice a day, flossing once a day, and visiting us every six months for a check-up and cleaning is a great start. It helps prevent cavities, infections and tooth decay, and lets us find problems early, in addition to giving the patient fresh-smelling breath and a beautiful smile.

 

Periodontal health is also important, which deals with the risk of gum disease. If a patient develops gum disease, it can advance to the more serious periodontal disease without proper treatment. One of the reasons we like to schedule dental visits for our patients twice a year is so we can perform an examination to look for signs of gum disease. Without treatment, it can lead to loss of bone, deep infections, necessary extractions, and loose teeth.

 

Aside from these recommendations, not consuming a high amount of sugar, and avoiding smoking cigarettes also make a positive impact on the dental hygiene and periodontal health of our patients.

Schedule your next dental visit with Dr. Harinder S. Walia, Dr. Aishwarya Ramanan or Dr. Arti Bhan-Kachroo to get started. Call us here at Fairwood Dental Center, 425-271-7725 to schedule an appointment.