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Dental Anesthesia in Merrillville, Valparaiso & Michigan City

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We never want our patients to put off or avoid care entirely because of dental anxiety, that’s why we offer different types of anesthesia for children and adults at all three of our locations. Our team’s extensive anesthesiology training within hospital and clinical settings, coupled with a compassionate and personal touch, will put your anxieties at ease.

Which Anesthesia is Right For Me?

All three of our offices provide a range of sedation options, and which one your doctor recommends depends on the procedure you’re getting done. With the Aspire team by your side, you don’t have to let fears or anxieties about surgery hold you back from getting the care you deserve. Patients who have undergone treatment with the help of anesthesia have reported minimal discomfort, and in cases where deep sedation is used, they usually have no memory of the procedure.

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Aspire Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery with locations in Valparaiso, Merrillville & Michigan City
Aspire Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery with locations in Valparaiso, Merrillville & Michigan City

Types of Anesthesia

To give you the best care possible, we offer three forms of sedation at our practice:

  • Light sedation is the mildest form and can be administered through a local anesthetic, nitrous oxide (laughing gas), or oral medication. You’ll be fully conscious, and the treated area will be numbed so you won’t experience pain during the procedure. We recommend light sedation for patients with mild anxiety about oral surgery.
  • Moderate sedation is administered through an IV and requires less medication than during deep sedation. This is a great option for patients undergoing more complicated dental work. You’ll feel relaxed after taking it and may even fall asleep. Patients who use moderate sedation may have little to no memory of the surgery.
  • Deep sedation is also administered through an IV and is available for patients with severe anxiety or those undergoing laser surgery. You will be completely asleep during the procedure and should have no memory of the treatment after taking deep sedation.
  • General anesthesia can be administered both in the office and in a hospital setting, under the experienced care of our anesthesiologist, Dr. Garret Thiel.
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Benefits of Anesthesia

Opting for sedation during treatment can benefit patients in several ways, including

  • Anxiety relief
  • Pain relief
  • Faster treatment
  • Quicker recovery time
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Aspire Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery with locations in Valparaiso, Merrillville & Michigan City

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My self-esteem has grown tremendously. I wasn’t a smiler before and now I smile all of the time.
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Don’t Let Fear Hold You Back From Getting the Care You Need

Call our team today to discuss your anesthesia options.
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