Don’t Let Fear Prevent You from Getting the Dental Care You Deserve 
Tom Kraus Dental Clinic offers minimal, moderate, and deep sedation dentistry
options to help you overcome any apprehension you or another member of
your family may have about going to the dentist. Dr. Angela Kraus has
trained with some of the world’s leading sedation dental specialists and
is a member of Doctors of Conscious Sedation (DOCS).
Scroll down to learn more about the various types of sedation dentistry.
Oral Sedation Dentistry
Oral sedation is a simple method of sedation dentistry in which a prescribed
pill is taken about an hour before your appointment will help you feel
calm and relaxed. There are no needles required, and you can even stay
toasty under one of our warm blankets during your dental procedure.
IV Sedation Dentistry
Intravenous sedation dentistry also referred to as IV sedation dentistry, is
considered a moderate form of sedation dentistry. Patients who choose
this option typically have moderate to severe anxiety when it comes to
going to the dentist.
Sedation medication is administered intravenously prior to the procedure and your vital signs are closely
monitored throughout. You remain conscious and are able to follow
directions, but you will have no memory of the procedure after the
medication wears off.
Nitrous Oxide for Sedation Dentistry
Also known as “laughing gas,” nitrous oxide is a commonly used method of
sedation dentistry. This colorless, odorless gas is administered through
a nose piece and helps you become relaxed. After a brief recovery
period, you will even be able to drive yourself home.
Call us for more information or to schedule an appointment.