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Sedation Dentistry

Children's Sedation Dentistry in Columbia, MO - Sedation dentistry for your apprehensive child

Our primary goal at Mid Missouri Dental Center is to make dentistry comfortable. We have two options if the patient is apprehensive. 

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Nitrous Oxide

Nitrous oxide, also know as laughing gas, helps patients relax during their dental visits. It is given through a small breathing mask which is placed over the child’s nose. The gas has a sweet scent and it is quickly eliminated from the body at the completion of the treatment. While inhaling nitrous oxide, the patient remains fully conscious and keeps all natural reflexes. The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recognizes this technique as a safe, effective technique to use for treating children’s dental needs.

Mid Missouri Dental Center currently offers nitrous oxide, oral sedatives, and general anesthesia for patients who may require it. For general anesthesia, we partner with Premier Dental Anesthesiology to provide safe sedation during the dental procedure. Each treatment is performed in our office by a state licensed board certified anesthesiologist.

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General Anesthesia

We also offer anesthesia administered by a dental anesthesiologist in our practice. Intravenous sedation is a good option for younger or anxious patients with extensive dental treatment. Our sedation team has a minimum of three members including an anesthesiologist, dentist and nurse. All members have been specially trained by completing a sedation monitoring course certified by the Missouri Dental Board. While the dentist focuses on the treatment the anesthesiologist monitors the anesthetic prior to, during and after the procedure.
 
Side effects can vary but nausea and rarely a sore throat can occur. In the unlikely event that there is nausea afterwards, there are excellent medications to deal with this side effect.
 
Missouri State Law requires medical insurance to cover anesthesia for the following individuals:
 
  • A child under the age of five.
  • A person who is severely disabled.
  • Someone who has a medical or behavioral condition which requires general anesthesia when dental care is needed.
There are however some patients who are not candidates for in-office anesthesia due to medical conditions. These patients will need to be treated in a Hospital setting. Please call our office to find out if your child is a candidate. 

Meet Your Award-Winning Doctors

At Mid Missouri Dental Center, Dr. Michael Todd, Dr. Susan Lance and Dr. Charlotte Stueve are committed to providing excellence in dentistry, and each stands out as leading dentists in Columbia, MO. They use the latest in dentistry techniques to provide you with a beautiful and healthy smile. Additionally, we believe strongly in education to prevent oral health problems before they occur, and makes sure to keep patients fully informed about their dental health.
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Dr. Michael Todd
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Dr. Susan Lance
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Dr. Charlotte Stueve

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Robyn was amazing with my 4-year-old. It was his first time feeling comfortable enough to do x-rays. She talked about everything beforehand to ensure he had nothing to be afraid of. He let her use the teeth cleaning device, suction, and water without throwing a fit at all. She provided so much patience and that made all the difference for my son. Thank you so much Robyn!
Abby G.
Abby G.
I am giving them 5 stars! My daughter is VERY hard to handle when it comes to these types of situations! The team was VERY outstanding with their patience with her! The did everything in their power to help keep her calm and to have my back as her mother! Thank you guys very much for your support! I know that wasn't easy!
Shauna B.
Shauna B.
My daughters were both first time patients here and they loved it! Dr. Charlotte was amazing with them and the hygienists took the time to explain what all the tools were and that nothing would hurt or be scary! Highly recommend taking your children here.
Megan B.
Megan B.
I love Dr. Lance and Derik (don’t hate me if I spelled your name wrong lol) so much! They are always so kind to me and my kiddos! I am gonna be sad when my kids are too old to go there but until then we will be back every 6 months for a visit! You all rock! Only complaint is I like to bring my water bottle in and I’m not allowed lol!
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