Beverly Hills Periodontal Institute

Sedation Dentistry

Sedation Dentistry


We fully recognize that the dental office is not where most people want to spend their valuable time. Studies have shown that up to 30% of the population avoids dental care due to fear. With sedation dentistry we have effective and safe methods for providing dental care with the utmost comfort to our patients. Depending on the length or the complexity of the procedure, various sedation options are available to our patients. These options are:

Local Anesthesia:

Local anesthesia or commonly referred to as “novocaine” is the most effective means of pain control in dentistry during AND after the procedure. A properly administered local anesthetic will keep the patient completely numb during the procedure and has shown to reduce post procedure pain as well. Dr. Madison has an exceptionally gentle touch with his injections. Most patients do not even feel the shots that he administers, and he will not proceed until the patinet is fully numb and comfortable.

Nitrous Oxide and Oxygen (laughing gas):

Nitrous oxide gas is an inhalation (breathing) sedative that also provides some pain relief. It is administered with a mask that goes over the patient’s nose. While the gas is on and the patient is breathing it in, it brings a feeling of sedation and euphoria to the patient. Nitrous oxide is very safe, and does not have a hangover effect. The effect of nitrous oxide goes away within minutes of its removal. This is an excellent option for minor procedures.

Oral Sedation:

Oral pills are administered to the patient prior to their dental procedure which can cause a profound sedation and amnestic (forgetfulness) effect. While under this type of sedation the patient is also administered oxygen through a mask, and local anesthesia. The patient is carefully monitored while under sedation. This is a very safe and effective method for most dental procedures. The patient has to have a responsible adult to accompany them to and from their appointment.

General Anesthesia:

For the very apprehensive patients, or long and complicated procedures a dental anesthesiologist will be present who will sedate the patient and monitor them for their well being. We are fortunate to work with some of the brightest anesthesiologists in the city.
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Dental Reviews & Testimonials

Over 35+ ★★★★★ Star Reviews

Very rarely have I experience such care and compassion from a doctor/periodontist. I appreciate that Doctor Madison took his time with me, given that I was a nervous patient. He made sure that I was completely comfortable before he started my procedure. Because of Doctor Madison I have confidence in continuing and maintaining my dental work, something that I have been putting off for years. I am so happy with the major improvement on my teeth and I am so grateful to Doctor Madison. I highly recommend him.
Mahtab Hakim
a year ago
I am writing this review for Dr. Madison as I feel obliged to, given the outstanding care he has provided my family. My son, daughter and my father have all seen Dr. Madison over the past year and the more times our family has seen Dr. Madison, the more impressed I am with him. We are very grateful for the exceptional care, the great bedside manner and the attention to detail that Dr. Madison provides. For my father, he was able to catch a serious infection in his tooth that his long-time dentist missed.
Romy Nourafchan
Dr. Madison is the BEST in the business. His staff is excellent and responsive, and Dr. Madison is extremely knowledgeable, reasonable, gentle, and thorough. The last two dentists I've seen have said that Dr. Madison is their no. 1 choice for a periodontist in Los Angeles.
Vassi Iliadis
Dr. Madison is the best dentist I have ever had. I have had to have an implant. He and his staff made me feel comfortable and relayed my fears. The office manager and the rest of the staff treat me politely and explain the whole procedure. I could not recommend them more to anyone who wants excellence in their dental care. Keep up the great work!
Charles Feldman

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