What steps are taken to control discomfort during my visit to Southern Dental?
The fear of having discomfort during dental procedures is of great concern to most patients and is shared by almost everyone who has ever gone to the dentist. All of our doctors are trained in methods to help make your visit as comfortable as possible. Many dental procedures are so easy that no anesthetic is necessary, but if it is needed, a topical anesthetic will first be applied to your gum or cheek to begin the process of numbing before the actual injection is started. Your doctor is dedicated to giving you the proper type and dose of anesthetic to produce the numbness in your teeth and gums which will allow the dental procedure to be accomplished with the greatest of comfort for you. After many dental procedures, your doctor may prescribe pain medication to help keep you comfortable after the anesthetic has worn off. If you are still concerned, please inform your doctor during your consultation so that you may discuss other options before treatment is started.
