i really love this dental office! everyone is so nice and go to great lengths to make us nervous people feel comfortable! thank you so much

danelle G.

1/28/10

Whether you are “mildly afraid”, “terrified”- or simply don’t seem to have time in your busy schedule to get all your dental work done, Colorado Conscious Sedation, is exactly what you’ve been waiting for all these years.

Now you can forget about any negative dental experience you have ever had.  Relax. Feel refreshed with your beautiful new smile.  It’s truly that easy.

Even our “most apprehensive” and “very busy” Colorado guests are ecstatic with the “results” they recieve from sedation dentistry. 

Many of our guests leave from their first visit thinking “Gee, I don’t really mind going to the dentist after all.”

We can do the same for you.  Call Boulder Valley Dental today to find out if you’re a candidate for complete comfort with Conscious Sedation Dentistry.

303-666-8820

Tracey R. Hughes, DDS, FAGD

Colorado Sedation Dentist

“Hidden” Gum Infections Can Lead to a Stroke or Heart Disease!  Find Out How Comfortable and Quick our Gum Therapies Can Be With Conscious Sedation.

New studies link gum disease to stroke, heart disease, diabetes, low birth-weight babies and more.  The truth is, if you haven’t been to a dentist in over 5 years, chances are you have gum disease right now and don’t even know it.  Conscious sedation dentistry can help you reverse years of dental neglect in just a few hours.

So what does gum disease have to do with your health?  For starters, gum disease is an infection of the tissues that support the teeth, including the bone.  As with any infection, bacteria can travel through the bloodstream and affect other areas of the body.  Gum disease is usually caused by dental neglect.

The early stages of gum disease, called gingivitis, affects only the gums.  Without treatment, the condition progresses into advanced periodontitis, which eventually destroyes gum tissues, ligaments and bone that holds your teeth in place.  You healthy teeth can acutally start falling out of your unhealthy gums.

But that’s not the only loss that can occur.  As the infection spreads, there is a greater chance that it can reach your heart and other vital organs with serious, sometimes fatal consequences.  Studies have made a connection between plaque build-up in the gums and plaque build-up in the arteries.

Some form of gum disease affects as many as 50% of the population.  You do not have to be in pain or have symptoms to have gum disease.  You could have this serious condition right now and not even know it.

The accumulation of calculus, the hardened plaque that forms around the teeth and under the gum line, leads to gum disease.  Calculus deposits form “pockets” in the gums.  These deep pockets open the door to spreading infection. 

The only way to remove calculus is through regular in-office, professional dental cleanings.  The truth is, without frequent cleaning (two to three times per year) gum disease is inevitable.

Perhaps you’re feeling uneasy or anxious about having an oral exam and teeth cleaning.   You are not alone, I see guests in our office weekly who have similar anxieties and fears.   We acknowledge your fears and can help you experience dentistry unlike you have in the past.   I invite you to contact us.  Dont let dental anxiety rob you of your enjoyment, your youthful smiles and a healthy life.

Compassionately,

Dr. Tracey Hughes

Our unique Conscious Sedation option makes dentistry comfortable, quick and affordable.  Our office is trained in this procedure to relieve you from your dental anxieties in a proven, very safe manner.  Let our expertise help you enjoy a new smile.

Sincerely,

Dr. Tracey Hughes

Colorado Sedation Denitst

Sedation Dentistry

Call today for information regarding the LANAP procedure and Sedation Dentistry.  Any one of our compassionate team members can answer your questions!

I applaud your efforts to provide the best start for your child!  Nursing has been shown to help with the development of the jaws and mouth muscles as well as strengthen teeth!  However, we do not recommend breastfeeding for a period of 24 hours after the last doses of triazolam.  And, we remind families that the nursing mother should not “cuddle up” and take a nap with the nursling.  Triazolam is a sedative and can diminish your abilities to fully meet your childs needs. 

What can I do to prepare for this period?

The first type of preparation I advise is preparing to feed the baby during this time.  Depending on how often your baby nurses, you will need to pump and freeze (for more information on freezing breast milk or breastfeeding, please consult your physician, a lactation consultant or representative of the LaLeche League www.lalecheleague.org )  Generally speaking, an infant requires 50 calories per pound of their weight per day (a 10 pound baby requires 500 calories.)  Breast milk contains 20-22 calories per ounce.  You will need to supply 2 1/2 ounces of milk per pound of your baby. (a 10-pound baby will require 30 ounces of milk.)  Please keep in mind that babies react differently to new situations.  Your baby may eat more or less than this amount.

Plan ahead!  Although some mothers can express several ounces of breastmilk very quickly, most mothers will require some time to set aside the necessary reserves.

It is vital that you protect your future supply and prevent infection.  I called my reserve breastmilk “liquid gold” when I was nursing!  While unable to nurse, you will coninue to pump every 2-3 hours and discard this mild.  Discard your pumped breast milk after your sedation visit for 24 hours.  Be sure to stay well hydrated to assist the medication in evacuating your system.

Your child may feel anxiety at the disruption of their normal schedule.  Please plan for their emotional needs as well.  Practically speaking, you will not be able to be the sole provider of their care while you are recovering yourself.  Be sure a familiar loved one is available for snuggling, singing, and playing games with your child. 

Why is it recommended that I not nurse?

The short answer to that question is that sedatives, such as triazolam, are not recommended for children under the age of 3.  There are no formal or informal studies available for review.  Although only a very small amount will be availalbe to pass through the breast milk, there is no way to know what dosage is safe for a child or infant to ingest.  We do know that sedatives can cause respiratory distress in children under 3 years of age.  This distress requires immediate attention or can be fatal.  Because of the lack of date and severity of the know risk factors, we advise that you do not nurse for a period of no less than 24 hours after your last dose.  Plan ahead- pump.

I would be happy to answer any further questions about breastfeeding a baby and oral sedation dentistry.

I too am a mother and have been through nursing with my 2 children in the past.

Compassionately,

Tracey Hughes, DDS, FAGD

Oral Sedation Dentist in Louisville, CO serving Boulder, Louisville, Lafayette, Broomfield, Superior, Erie and surrounding areas.

Are you delaying dental treatment you want or need?  Are you scared or even terrified to even pick up the phone to schedule?  Are you in pain, expecially when you eat?  Are you someone who has problems with gagging or getting numb?  Having trouble finding someone you can trust?  Lookin to smile again with confidence?  Overwhelmed by thoughts of repeated visits to the dentist?

Which patients benefit most from Sedation Dentistry?

1. People with high dental anxiety and fear.
2. People with a severe gag reflex.
3. Individuals with time constraints- who need to get more dentistry done in fewer visits.
4. People with chronic or acute jaw soreness
5. Individuals with physical limitations such as back and neck problems or trigeminal neuralgia.
6. Those who need extensive dental treatment
7. Individuals who disapprove of the noises and odors associated with dental treatment.
8. And people with a desire to have dentistry done comfortably while they are fully relaxed.

I invite you to experience dentistry like you never have experienced it before.  Step out from under the shadow of fear and into the calm of sedation dentistry.  You are not alone and you no longer have to be afraid.

Compassionately,

Dr. Tracey Hughes

Louisville, CO Sedation Dentist serving Louisville, Lafayette, Broomfield, Boulder, Superior, Erie and surrounding areas.

There are many reasons 50% of the US population puts dental care at the bottom of the healthcare list.  Some people are downright fearful while others have suffered bad experineces in the past. Or some need extensive care and simply can’t find enough time in the day. 

It’s time to rest easy.  Oral Sedation Dentistry is here!

After an initial visit with us where all your questions and concerns will be answered, we’ll schedule your sedation appointment(s).  You’ll find our treatment is performed mmore comfortably thatn you might ever have thought possible.  You’ll be drowsy, and unaware of the time passing by.  Our specially trained team will monitor you continually throughout the appointment.  The big plus?  We can accomplish extensive amounts of dentistry at one time, and you’ll have little or no memory of the experience.

For ancious patient’s this new treatment is a miracle.  Your dental health is important and need not be neglected because you are nervous.  Oral Sedation Dentistry is as simple as taking a pill.  Wake up to a new, beautiful smile!  This invitation is open to you, your friends and family. 

Compassionately,

Dr. Tracey Hughes

Some of the most commonly asked questions regarding Sedation Dentistry include “Is it safe?” or “Will it work for me?”.  To help you and your loved ones decide if this is right for you, I am going to answer those questions for you before you even have to ask…

There is a choice of sedation medication that can be used.  You and I will review many factors like your individual medical history to choose which one is right for you.  Most of our patients are administered Triazolam.  This medication has been used for many, many years and has now found a home in dentistry.  In 1996, it was prescribed over 26,000,000 times.  Other medications with similar safety backgrounds, such as Lorazepam and Diazepam (Valium), may also be used for your treatment.  The historical safety of these medications gives me great confidence in them.  There is even a medication, Flumazenil, available to reverse the effects.

To ensure your safety, shile you are medicated, you are continually monitored for vital signs.  Baseline readings are taken at your first visit so I know what is normal for you.

The mose common side effects of this sedation aid are dry mouth and hiccups.  The hiccups last only a few moments while you are sedated and the dry mouth wears off with the medication.

You can read more about the fantastic benefits of Sedation Dentistry in the testimonials on our website or in our office.  Call us today for the dental appointment of your dreams!

Tracey Hughes, DDS, FAGD

Louisivlle, CO Sedation Dentist