From Kids to Adults: Why SmileTown is Expanding Our Sedation Services

For over a decade at SmileTown: Just Kid’s Dentistry we have been dedicated to providing amazing and gentle dental care to children. We always have provided multiple levels of sedation to cover everyone’s comfort level. We’ve built our reputation for making dental visits easy and comfortable for young patients especially those with dental anxiety and sensory sensitivities. However, we realized that your children grow up and we want to cater our dental sedation services to adults who have special needs or who have anxiety.

At SmileTown, we believe that every patient no matter the age deserves a comfortable and anxious free dental sedation appointment. This is why we are expanding our services to ensure everyone can receive the dental care they need and deserve.

Why Adults Need Sedation Dentistry, Too

Dental anxiety isn’t just a childhood concern. Many adults avoid the dentist due to fear, previous traumatic experiences, or a strong gag reflex. Others require extensive treatments that can be uncomfortable or time-consuming. Sedation dentistry offers a solution by allowing patients to relax while receiving the care they need.

Teeth and dental anxiety doesn’t only pertain to children. Many adults avoid the dentist due to fear or if they have special needs. This can cause the patient to need extensive dental treatment to be done that can require multiple appointments while inflicting fear. This is why sedation dentistry is the best solution which can allow the patient to relax and wake up with all of their problems fixed with little to no remembrance of the appointment.

Common Reasons Adults Choose Sedation:

• Dental Anxiety or Phobia – Fear of dental visits can prevent people from getting essential treatments.
• Sensitive Gag Reflex – Sedation helps suppress involuntary reflexes, making procedures more comfortable.
• Complex or Lengthy Procedures – Patients undergoing root canals, extractions, or multiple treatments in one visit benefit from sedation.
• Medical or Sensory Needs – Patients with special needs or sensory sensitivities can receive care in a more relaxed state.

Expanding Our Commitment to Inclusive Care

At SmileTown, inclusivity has always been a core value of our team and business. Our expansion into adult sedation services is another step toward making dental care more accessible to everyone. In addition to expanding to adults, we are also accepting the majority of insurance and most of the government dental programs. We recognize that many parents, caregivers and even young adults who have come to SmileTown still need a safe and familiar place to go.

What Sedation Options Do We Offer?

Our sedation services for adults include:

• Nitrous Oxide (Laughing Gas) – A mild form of sedation that helps patients relax while remaining fully conscious.
• Oral Sedation – A prescribed medication taken before the appointment to ease anxiety and promote relaxation.
• IV Sedation – A deeper level of sedation administered by our trained professionals, ideal for those with significant dental anxiety or for complex procedures.

Your Comfort is Our Priority

Choosing a dentist who understands your needs can make all the difference. Whether you’ve avoided dental visits for years or simply prefer a more relaxed experience, we’re here to help. Our team is trained to provide compassionate, judgment-free care to patients of all ages.

Reach Out to Our Kids-Only Dentist Today Are you searching for a friendly and experienced children’s dentist to help your child maintain a healthy smile early on? Luckily, our kid’s only office and team are always welcoming new patients with no referral necessary. To book an appointment, call SmileTown – Just Kid’s Dentistry at (226) 773-1663, or contact us here.