Charlotte Sedation
Dentistry

Dr. Linger is THE Dentist in Charlotte for Patients With Dental Anxiety.

Are Dental Fears Keeping You From Having a Healthy Mouth?

Are you one of the millions of people who have put off going to the dentist because of the anxiety and fear associated with dental care?

Has it been 5, 10 or even 20 years since you last saw a dentist?  Would you like to be treated in a Non-Judgemental environment?  Would you appreciate having all of your dental needs taken care of in one appointment? Would you like being sedated for treatment and remember very little about your visit?  

If you answered yes to any of those questions, then the office of Dr. William Linger can help. Dr. Linger has been safely and effectively treating patients in Charlotte, NC for over 25 years.  Sedation dentistry makes it easy to receive dental implants, crowns, dental veneers, or any other treatment! 

Using Sedation to Help You Relax

Dr. Linger is trained and licensed to provide IV Sedation for all dental procedures.  Sedation uses safe medications to help you relax during your dental procedure.  Sedation can help remove the fear and anxiety that some people have going to see the dentist.  “We are in the people business,” says Dr. Linger. Our patients enjoy sedation because we offer several levels of this safe practice.  This ranges from Minimal Sedation such or oral sedation to Moderate IV Sedation.  

“Our goal is to keep our patients comfortable, calm their fears, and help them to have the best experience possible while we take care of their teeth and any issues they may have.   

• Moderate IV Sedation allows the patient to be relaxed and comfortable during extensive treatment.  
• Minimal Sedation allows the patient to be comfortable for any dental procedure, including cleanings.

Talk with our staff and Dr. Linger about your choices of sedation available.  Sedation can help you relax and makes all of our dental surgery procedures feel more comfortable than you have imagined!

Dr. Linger has over 20 years of Sedation Dentistry experience.  If you are looking for a sedation dentist in Charlotte then please let us know how we can make your experience enjoyable. Visiting the dentist does not have to be uncomfortable. 

 Who Benefits From Sedation Dentistry?

Anyone who...

• wants to be treated in a relaxed, caring and non-judgmental environment.
• has put off dental care for years because of dental anxiety.
• wants all of their dental care completed in as few as one or two visits.
• has fears and anxiety about dental treatment of any kind.
• dislikes the sights, sounds and smells associated with a dental office
• has fears that make you delay or avoid proper dental care
• has had a bad experience with past dental visits

Types of Sedation

IV Sedation

IV Sedation is the “Gold Standard” for safety and effectiveness in dental sedation. This form of sedation is designed to make you completely comfortable during your treatment. 

You can have a wide range of dental treatment from cleanings and basic care like fillings and crowns, to Root Canals, wisdom teeth removal and Dental Implant surgery all in one location with IV Sedation.

With IV Sedation, you will have a stress free dental visit 

Oral Sedation (Oral Conscious Sedation)

Oral sedation is a lighter form of sedation for patients with mild anxiety. 

You are carefully monitored and observed during the time you are at our office with oral sedation.

Nitrous Oxide Sedation (Laughing Gas)

Nitrous Oxide (also known as Laughing Gas) sedation provides minimal sedation during the procedure for anxiety relief and comfort.  It is safe for both children and adults. One benefit of this type of Sedation is that the patient to can drive to and from the appointments. 

This type of sedation only works during the procedure, allowing you to drive to and from appointments.

Dental Surgery and Sedation

Dental surgery with Dr. Linger, sedation dentist in Charlotte NC introduces the latest microsurgery procedures and microscopic equipment.  Dental surgery can resolve discomfort, disease, and infections that are in your mouth, teeth, and gums.  Dr. Linger incorporates the very latest in safe dental sedation techniques to help calm your anxiety and fears while keeping you comfortable during these procedures. 

Dr. Linger is the solution for those that want to be comfortable with their visit to the dentist.

How Much Does Dental Sedation Cost?

The cost of sedation depends on the type of medication and how long it is administered. We are happy to provide more detailed pricing information to you during a consultation as each case is different and we want to focus on the best treatment for you. Contact us to setup your free consultation.

Is Sedation Dentistry Safe For Children?

Nitrous Oxide is safe and effective for young children.  For more severe anxiety issues, we offer IV sedation for children over the age of 14..

Tedi is a Cockapoo (non-shedding, hypo-allergenic) with a calm and loving personality. She loves to make your visit comfortable. Sadie can even sit on your lap if you want. Our patients with anxiety say that having Tedi with them helps make their visit very comfortable.

 

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