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We comfort little kids with gentle sedation options and hospital level dentistry when they need it most. Sedation dentistry uses safe, calming methods to help a nervous or very young patient stay comfortable before and during treatment.
At Kids Choice Pediatric Dentistry, Dr. Ezeanolue offers sedation for children who feel anxious, need extensive treatment, or struggle to sit still for a typical visit. Every child is different, so we find the option that fits your child best.
Not every child can sit calmly through a visit, and that is normal. Some kids feel scared, some have never visited a dentist, and some cannot stay still long enough for safe treatment.
Sedation dentistry can help when your child:
Sedation is offered only when it genuinely helps your child get safe, comfortable care.
Yes. Nitrous oxide is one of the safest sedatives in dentistry, with no adverse effects on the heart, lungs, liver, or brain. It works fast and wears off just as quickly, so your child returns to normal within minutes.
Nitrous oxide does not put your child to sleep. It simply keeps them calm so we can complete treatment safely.
This option is also commonly used alongside treatments like a [baby root canal →].
General anesthesia is reserved for children who are extremely fearful or need extensive work. Your child is completely asleep, the same way children are for common procedures like tonsil removal, ear tubes, or hernia repair. This happens at the surgery center or in our office with our dental anesthesiologist.
Dr. Ezeanolue will help you choose the best option for your child, and guide you through preparing for general anesthesia if needed.
Sedation dentistry is especially valuable for children who need extra support at the dentist. We work closely with families of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), sensory processing disorder, ADHD, and Down syndrome to find an approach that fits their needs.
Before reaching for sedation, our team uses gentle techniques like tell show do, distraction with toys or videos, and letting a parent stay close by. When a child needs more support than that, sedation gives them a safe, calm way to get the care they need.
Every child’s sensory needs and comfort level are different, and we take the time to understand them.
We accept Nevada Medicaid (SilverSummit), CHIP, Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Cigna, Delta Dental, Guardian, MetLife, United Healthcare, Principal, and more, plus in-house payment plans.
We offer in-office nitrous oxide and in-office general anesthesia for eligible patients, with outpatient surgery center anesthesia for more complex cases.
Dr. Ezeanolue is board certified by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, with 15 years of pediatric dentistry experience.
Kids Choice Pediatric Dentistry holds a strong 5.0 star Google rating from local families.
Our staff speaks English and Spanish to support families comfortably.
Yes. Nitrous oxide is one of the safest sedatives in dentistry, with no effect on the heart, lungs, liver, or brain. General anesthesia is reserved for children who need it most and is always done with safety as our top priority, whether in our office or at a surgery center.
Dr. Ezeanolue reviews your child’s anxiety level, age, and the treatment needed, then discusses the safest, most comfortable option with you in the office before any decision is made.
Yes. We regularly care for children with ASD, sensory processing disorder, ADHD, and Down syndrome, using gentle techniques and sedation options suited to each child’s comfort level.
You can book online 24/7, and new patients are typically seen within about one week. Our team will guide you through next steps once your appointment is confirmed.
Wondering if sedation dentistry is right for your child? Our team is here to help you find a calm, comfortable path forward.
