Trust Us For Relieving Dental Anxiety in Puyallup
If you’re nervous about visiting the dentist, don’t worry – many of our longtime patients once felt the same way. The team at Smith & Wetterhus Dentistry are experts at relieving dental anxiety in Puyallup, and we’ll make you feel right at home. Our stress-free atmosphere will help you:
Doctor Greg Wetterhus on Relieving Dental Anxiety and Sedation Options
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Doctor Greg Wetterhus on Relieving Dental Anxiety and Sedation Options
I think the office is very inviting, and I think patients ... I believe patients come in here seeing the warm colors, seeing the water feature, a nice greeting at the front desk. That all makes patients very comfortable, I believe. Then as far as dentistry goes, we have different modalities to make them comfortable. We have (inaudible), which is laughing gas. It makes them very comfortable.
Then if they need a step higher, we have sedation or oral sedation dentistry where they can take a pill before they come in, and that can get them very comfortable as well if they need that much sedation. On top of that, we also offer blankets and pillows for the patient's comfort. Sometimes there'll be headphones that are available for them to listen to music. We do a lot of techniques to take care of our patients here.
- Relax and enjoy the dental care your smile needs to look its best
- Enjoy peace of mind about your oral health
- Eliminate anxiety about future dental visits
- Be confident that your smile looks attractive
Call us today for relaxing dental care: 253-999-9419. You’ll be glad you did!
Relax With Your Choice of Dental Sedation
Doctor Dan Smith on Relieving Dental Anxiety
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Doctor Dan Smith on Relieving Dental Anxiety
We love seeing patients that are anxious and maybe even fearful. My experience has been that we're very effective at helping that patient get through that. I've seen patients that could hardly walk through the door and needed a lot of help with sedation or (inaudible), which we have available for all that. Eventually, the trust level is high enough and they've been treated comfortably that they don't even need any of that.
We love seeing patients that are anxious and maybe even fearful. My experience has been that we're very effective at helping that patient get through that. I've seen patients that could hardly walk through the door and needed a lot of help with sedation or (inaudible), which we have available for all that. Eventually, the trust level is high enough and they've been treated comfortably that they don't even need any of that.
Dental sedation helps many of our patients relax during their visit. We understand that different patients have different needs, so we offer not just one, but two great sedation methods:
- Inhaled Sedation – You’ll breathe in laughing gas through a mask and immediately will start to feel an all-over sense of relaxation. You may feel euphoric and slightly giddy with this form of sedation. The effects will wear off quickly, and you’ll be able to drive yourself home afterward.
- Oral Conscious Sedation – We’ll prescribe an FDA-approved pill for you to take before your appointment. It will give you a complete feeling of relaxation and may make you feel a little groggy. You’ll need to have someone drive you home, as the pill’s effects will take a few hours to wear off.
Take Comfort in Our Special Touches
At Smith & Wetterhus Dentistry, we strive to deliver personalized care in a comfortable and friendly setting. We’ve invested in some of the best dental tools available to ensure that your care is always accurate, efficient, and pleasant.
We understand that it’s often the small things that mean the most to our patients, especially those who are already apprehensive about getting dental work. That’s why we offer several thoughtful amenities to make your visit as comfortable as possible:
- Warm blankets to take the chill off
- Soft pillows to help you relax and feel at home
- Headphones so you can drift away to your favorite tunes
- A coffee bar for an extra special touch
Turn to our skilled team for help relieving dental anxiety in Puyallup. Call us today at 253-999-9419 to schedule an appointment for gentle dental care.