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Nicholas Dose, DMD Family Dentistry
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We Make Dental Anxiety in Lake Oswego Disappear

It’s Time to Let Go of Your Dental Fear

Dental fear, anxiety, or phobia — whatever name you give it, some people have a legitimate fear of seeing the dentist or having their teeth cleaned. These feelings should be taken seriously not only by you, the patient, but your dentist needs to understand how uncomfortable you are feeling too. It’s the first step toward how we conquer your dental anxiety in Lake Oswego once and for all. It’s important to find a dentist like Dr. Dose who understands what you’re feeling and knows how to make you feel comfortable and cared for.

Nicholas Dose, DMD Family Dentistry
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What Types of Anesthesia Are Available?

The clinical name for dental fear is called odontophobia. It’s characterized by “persistent, unrealistic, and intense fear of a specific stimulus, leading to complete avoidance of the perceived danger,” according to the National Institutes of Health. Does this sound familiar to you or someone in your family? Have they been putting off seeing the dentist out of fear? We want you to know that our office is here to listen to your concerns and work as a professional dental partner who can help you overcome these dental fears and anxieties so that you can enjoy living life with a healthy, confident smile and without dental fear.

What Types of Anesthesia Are Available?

When we know a patient is struggling with dental anxiety in Lake Oswego, we take extra caution and care to do everything we can to bring you comfort and relief. We think everyone deserves to see the dentist regularly for checkups and cleanings, without dental fear taking over. This is why Dr. Dose is certified and committed to offering safe sedation. Our patients have the option of choosing nitrous oxide, which is effective and wears off quickly. You can drive yourself home! We also offer oral sedation (by prescription). You will need someone to take you home following your visit.

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Nicholas Dose, DMD Family Dentistry
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Nicholas Dose, DMD Family Dentistry

Nervous? Don’t let dental fear control you.

Let’s end dental anxiety in Lake Oswego.

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