Advanced Dental Services & Technology – Boca Raton, FL
Experience State-of-the-Art Dentistry
We want our patients to always have a pleasurable experience whenever they come to see us. Beyond giving them a beautiful and healthy smile, we strive to provide easy and stress-free appointments that leave people feeling refreshed and renewed. In order to accomplish this, we have invested in some of the latest dental technology available today. Thanks to our state-of-the-art facility, you’ll float through your appointments like you’re on a lazy river, and at the end, a gorgeous smile will be waiting for you thanks to advanced dental services and technology in our Boca Raton, FL dental office.
Why Choose Us for Advanced Dental Services & Technology
- The Dental Vibe™ gets rid of that “pinch” from local anesthetic
- Oral conscious sedation helps dental nerves melt away
- Digital X-rays reduce radiation exposure & speed up appointments
Digital X-Rays
X-rays are an essential tool in our dental office as they help us find and diagnose dental problems as early as possible, often before they are even visible to the naked eye. At our dental office, we only use 100% digital X-rays because they are much faster and cleaner than traditional, film-based ones. They don’t require toxic darkroom chemicals to be developed, plus they reduce radiation exposure by up to 80%, giving many of our patients peace of mind.
The Dental Vibe™
If you hate needles, then you’ll love The Dental Vibe™. Fear of needles keeps many patients away from needed dental care. This ultimately results in making the problem worse and can lead to serious dental issues. The Dental Vibe™ lightly vibrates the gum tissue around the injection site while the numbing injections are administered. This vibration feeling reaches the brain first and essentially blocks the feel of the injection from being perceived. 95% of the patients that have experienced the Dental Vibe™ Comfort System say that it changed their feelings about dental procedures. Basically, it helps you feel nothing right before you feel nothing!
Patient Amenities
We’re proud to say that we have a dental office with many of the comforts of home. Whether you’re coming or going, you’ll have the chance to choose a beverage from our coffee bar, and during your appointment, you’ll be provided with a warm towel to help any nerves or stress melt away. Our treatment rooms even have TVs on the wall and ceiling so you can get lost in a program during your appointment, helping your time fly by even faster.
Oral Conscious Sedation
If you experience mild to moderate dental phobia, our team is ready to help calm your nerves with oral conscious sedation. We can prescribe you a pill to take about an hour before your scheduled procedure so that by the time you actually reach our dental office and sit in the chair, you’ll already be physically and mentally relaxed. Under this sedation, you’ll remain awake the entire time, but your visit will seem to fly by very quickly, and you’ll likely have little to no memory of it afterward.
What is Oral Conscious Sedation?
Oral conscious sedation typically involves patients taking a prescribed pill to completely relax their nerves before undergoing complex or extensive treatments. Our team will instruct you on the specific time you’re supposed to take the medication, which is typically at a certain point before arriving for your scheduled appointment. After around 15 minutes or so, you should begin to feel calmer and incredibly relaxed while getting the care you need.
How Does Oral Conscious Sedation Work?
This medication is so named because you will likely feel euphoric and even drowsy without actually becoming unconscious. Patients will technically be awake during their treatment, but they’ll simply be too relaxed to worry about the process. You will be able to respond to simple commands or questions during your appointment, and our knowledgeable team will monitor your vitals to make sure you’re safe throughout the visit.
Additionally, the effects of oral conscious sedation typically last for several hours even after you’ve finished your treatment. That’s why you’ll need to arrange for a family member or friend to take you to and from our office. Once you’ve returned home, make sure to get plenty of rest and take it easy for the rest of the day.
Who is a Good Candidate for Oral Conscious Sedation?
Here are some of the major reasons why someone would be eligible for oral conscious sedation:
- Has a sensitive or strong gag reflex
- Has trouble staying still while sitting
- Struggled with dental anxiety or fear
- Experienced a negative dental encounter in the past
- Has difficulty keeping their mouth open for long periods
- Has trouble becoming numb with local anesthesia
- Requires multiple treatments or extensive procedures
TMJ Therapy
Your TMJ, or temporomandibular joint, is the small set of hinges that enables your jaw to move in all directions, giving you the ability to eat, speak, laugh, and yawn. Like other joints in the body, the TMJ can sometimes become strained or inflamed, leading to what is called a TMJ disorder, or TMD. Symptoms can include jaw pain and stiffness, chronic headaches, and even nighttime teeth grinding! Fortunately, we are able to diagnose and treat these issues right in our Boca Raton dental office.