Dental Anxiety Pasadena
A lot of people do not enjoy coming to the dentist. Our team works hard to make sure you are as comfortable as can be. Please assist us by letting us know your concerns.
Some options to make your next visit more comfortable include
Communication with Dr. Mary Senstad: One of the most important steps is to communicate your anxiety with your dentist. Dr. Mary and team are trained to work with anxious patients and can offer reassurance, answer your questions, and adjust their approach to make you feel more comfortable.
Noise Canceling Headphones: bring headphones and listen to calming music or an audiobook during your appointment.
Sedation Dentistry: Consider sedation options such as nitrous oxide (laughing gas) or oral sedative medication which can help you relax during the dental procedure.
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Silver Diamine Fluoride
Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) is a non invasive topical dental treatment used to stop tooth decay and help prevent new cavities from forming. No anesthesia (numbing) and no drilling is required.
How does it work?
Silver acts as antibacterial which kills the bacteria causing the decay
Diamine helps stabilize the solution
Fluoride re-mineralizes and strengthens the enamel
SDF is a great option for kids, seniors, patients with certain medical conditions, special needs patients, and patients with anxiety. SDF may stain the tooth dark black or white depending on the specific brand used. It often needs to be reapplied to tooth surfaces in multiple visits. Call us at (626) 449-1936 if you would like to learn more about SDF.