Ft Lauderdale Family, Cosmetic, and Sedation Dentistry Blog | Dr. Thomas O'Neil
Wednesday, March 21, 2007
WAKE UP TO A BRAND NEW SMILE
Here are some examples:
-Nitrous Oxide-AKA: “Laughing Gas, Sweet air”, etc.-a mask is placed over your nose during your procedure which sends Oxygen and Nitrous through your system and causes you to feel more relaxed. Once the unit is turned off the Nitrous is off and you are free to go about your daily business (no real downtime after procedure with this). You are able to drive to and from your appointment and you are also able to eat or drink prior.
-Ativan- a pill that is taken 1 hr prior to appointment to relax you and relieve anxiety. You will need a driver to take you to and from your appointment and you will probably want to stay home and rest after the procedure, due to the fact that Ativan will make you a little drowsy.
-Triazolam-AKA: Halcion- a pill that is taken 1 hour prior to appointment, must be taken on an empty stomach, meaning no food or drink for 12 hours prior. You will need a driver to take you to and from your appointment and you will probably want to stay home and rest that day. What most patients love about Triazolam is the benefit of almost 100% amnesia, therefore, they go home having no memory of the entire appointment!!
-IV Sedation- this is a combination of different medications administered intravenously while you are in the office. You must have an empty stomach , this means absolutely no food or drink 12 hours prior to appointment. You will need a driver to take you to and from your appointment and you will probably want to stay home and rest that day. What most patients love about IV sedation is the amnesiac effect , therefore, they go home having no memory of the entire appointment!!
Dr. O’Neil has extensive training in all different types of sedation. In our state of the art dental office you will find “top of the line” monitoring equipment, and a staff that is highly trained in handling dental emergencies if needed. So take the time out of your hectic schedule and come meet our team. We look forward to seeing you wake up to your brand new smile!
By Stacy & Gina
posted by The office of Dr. Thomas O'Neil at 3:37 PM
Teeth Whitening
In office procedures provide you with dentist supervision which results in the most effective and least costly method in the long run.
Our practice offers two different options for your convenience. The whitening trays, you use at home and the maximum results are usually achieved after three to fourteen days.
If your brighter smile can't wait, we offer the Zoom whitening, which gives the instant result of a a beautiful smile ranging up to ten shades lighter.
Please contact our office so Dr. O'Neil can determine which whitening method you are a candidate for.
By Tammy
posted by The office of Dr. Thomas O'Neil at 2:54 PM
Thursday, March 01, 2007
Mouthguards
Bruxism is clenching or grinding of teeth, that usually takes place at night when you are sound asleep. Bruxism could cause the following problems:
1. Headaches
2. Jaw Pain
3. Fractured Teeth
4. Sensitive Teeth
5. Worn down teeth that age your smile
With the help of a Night guard, you could look better as well as feel better.
By: Tracie Mallory and Linette Wilson
Dental Assistants
posted by The office of Dr. Thomas O'Neil at 10:09 AM
7707 N. University Dr., Suite 201
Tamarac, FL 33321
Call Dr. O’Neil at 800-458-9140 or fill out an online contact form so we can get in touch with you.
