SERVICES

• Periodontal Disease Treatment
  • Scaling and Root Planing - Deep Cleaning
  • Periodontal Surgery (Osseous/Bone Grafting)
  • Laser Surgery (LANAP)
  • Perioscopy
  • Periodontal Maintenance (Recall Cleanings)
  • Atridox - Locally Delivered Antibiotic Gel
• Anesthesia/Sedation Options
• Biopsy
• Cosmetic periodontal procedures
• Crown Lengthening
• Dental Implants
• Frenectomy
• Gingival (Gum) Grafting
• Impacted Orthodontic Tooth Exposure
• Oral Cancer / Oral Pathology Exam
• Peri-Implantitis
• Ridge Augmentation Bone Graft
• Sinus Lift Bone Graft
• Tooth Extraction/Ridge Preservation Bone Graft
• Tooth Grinding/Bruxism
• Wilckodontics/PAOO

Anesthesia and Sedation Options

Many people are fearful of going to the dentist. While Dr. Paris and Dr. Shumaker strive to provide care in a comfortable and pain-free environment, they recognize that some patient's bad past experiences and fears cannot always be dispelled.

Fortunately we offer several anesthetic options in our office to make your visit pleasant and smooth:

• Traditional local anesthetic: Dr. Paris and Dr. Shumaker pride themselves on their local anesthetic techniques which provide profound and predictable numbness using the latest local anesthetics. Our saying is “we treat no gum before it's numb!”, so rest assured that your comfort is our primary goal.
• Nitrous Oxide (anxiolysis): Dr Paris and Dr Shumaker's team offer nitrous oxide for procedures to reduce anxiety and make your visit less stressful.
• Oral sedation (anxiolysis): Dr. Paris and Dr. Shumaker can prescribe an oral medication (pill) to be taken before your appointment to reduce anxiety and create a state of calm. This safe and effective technique provides light sedation for those who desire it. When using this technique the patient cannot drive a car and must have an escort bring them to and from the procedure. Normal diet and medications can be maintained.
• IV sedation: Dr. Paris and Dr. Shumaker are both trained and certified to provide intravenous conscious sedation to produce a calm and anxiety-free state for the most fearful patients. This safe and effective procedure involves starting an IV in your arm, giving medications to make you groggy and sleepy so you can have your procedure completed without anxiety. When using this technique the patient cannot drive a car and must have an escort bring them to and from the procedure. Patients may not eat or drink 6-8 hours prior to the procedure and certain medications may need to be held. Dr Paris and Shumaker will discuss the details for your specific case at your consultation appointment.

Whatever option you choose, rest assured that Dr. Paris and Dr. Shumaker want your visit to be positive and pain free. For more information contact Dr. Paris and Shumaker's office at 970-207-4061, or ask your general dentist for a referral.