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SPECIAL NEEDS PATIENTS<\/strong><\/p>\n

Dr. Romero welcomes patients with difficult behavior and special needs. He has more than 20 years of experience treating patients with different conditions such as: ADHD, autism, trisomy 21 (Down syndrome), cerebral palsy, and other disabilities. Our goal for every patient is to make their dental visit as smooth as possible, treating them with genuine love, care, and respect.<\/p>\n

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SEDATION DENTISTRY<\/strong><\/p>\n

Sedation is a technique used to guide a child’s behavior during dental treatment. It involves a mild sedative which is administered orally or inhaled 5 minutes before the dental treatment, to help eliminate anxiety and relax your child, allowing us to provide the best possible dental care.<\/p>\n

Inhale: <\/strong>Nitrous Oxide<\/p>\n

Orally: <\/strong>Oral suspension of Midazolam HCL<\/p>\n

Conscious Sedation with Nitrous Oxide<\/strong> (Inhale: Nitrous Oxide)<\/p>\n

Some children are given nitrous oxide\/oxygen, or what you may know as laughing gas, to relax them during their dental treatment. Nitrous oxide\/oxygen is a blend of two gases, oxygen and nitrous oxide. Nitrous oxide\/oxygen is given through a small breathing mask which is placed over the child\u2019s nose, allowing them to relax, but without putting them to sleep. The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, recognizes this technique as a very safe, effective technique to use for treating children\u2019s dental needs. The gas is mild and easily taken. Then with normal breathing, it is quickly eliminated from the body. It is also non-addictive. While inhaling nitrous oxide\/oxygen, your child remains fully conscious and keeps all natural reflexes.<\/p>\n

Prior to your appointment:<\/strong><\/p>\n