Calm, unhurried dental care with nitrous oxide and gentle comfort measures for nervous patients in Evergreen Park and Oak Lawn.
Your heart races when the appointment reminder comes in, so you put off that checkup for another month, then another year. Dental anxiety is common, and it keeps many adults away from care until a small problem turns into a painful one. Feeling nervous does not mean you have to go without the treatment you need.
Dental Group of Evergreen Park, an office of Dental Group of Chicago, offers nitrous oxide sedation and a gentle, step-by-step approach for patients who feel uneasy in the dental chair. As your Evergreen Park dentist, we move at your pace, explain what is happening, and give you easy ways to pause whenever you need to.
Nitrous oxide, often called laughing gas, is the only form of sedation we offer, and for many nervous patients it can be enough to take the edge off. It helps you feel calm while you stay aware of what is going on around you. We pair it with local anesthesia, so the area being treated stays numb throughout your visit.
According to the American Dental Association’s MouthHealthy guide to nitrous oxide, the gas is mixed with oxygen and breathed through a small mask over your nose. You stay awake and able to respond to your dentist, and the effects wear off soon after the mask is removed.
Dr. Klee earned his dental degree from the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine and completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency at A.T. Still University. He focuses on prevention, patient education, and calm, unhurried visits.
Dr. Kanneganti earned her biology degree and her dental degree from the University of Detroit Mercy. She brings a compassionate, patient-first approach to every visit and enjoys building lasting relationships with Evergreen Park families.
Nitrous oxide can make dental visits easier for a wide range of adults. You may be a good fit if any of the following sound familiar.
Your dentist reviews your health history first to confirm nitrous oxide is a safe choice for you. Parents of anxious kids can also talk with our family dentistry team in Evergreen Park about ways to help children feel comfortable.
Nitrous oxide is one tool, and we use several others to help you feel in control from the moment you sit down.
Before we begin, your dentist tells you what is about to happen and about how long it should take. Knowing what to expect can ease a lot of worry, and you are always welcome to ask questions.
We agree on a simple hand signal before treatment starts. Raise your hand at any point, and we stop so you can rest, rinse, or ask a question.
Local anesthesia keeps the treatment area numb, and we check that it has fully taken effect before starting. We also schedule enough time so you do not feel rushed through your care.
Because nitrous oxide wears off quickly, many patients feel like themselves again soon after the mask comes off and can drive themselves home. Your dentist will confirm what is right for you before you leave. If you ever feel lightheaded, let us know, and you can rest in the chair as long as you need.
Regular visits can make future appointments easier, too. When small problems are found early through general dentistry in Evergreen Park, treatment tends to be shorter and simpler. If a toothache or broken tooth catches you off guard, our emergency dentist in Evergreen Park care follows the same gentle approach.
Coverage for nitrous oxide varies from plan to plan. Our team reviews your dental benefits with you before treatment and explains any costs up front, including the cost of nitrous oxide if you choose to use it.
New patients without insurance can start with our $99 visit, which includes an initial cleaning, a comprehensive exam, and a full set of digital X-rays. We also offer financing options and payment plans for larger treatment. Our insurance and financing information explains how these options work.
Dr. Christopher Klee is known for his empathy toward patients with dental anxiety, and he puts a strong focus on patient education so you always know why a treatment is recommended. Dr. Manasa Kanneganti takes a compassionate, patient-first approach and works to build lasting relationships, so each visit can feel a little more familiar than the last.
Quieter electric handpieces and intraoral cameras that show you your own teeth on screen help take some of the mystery out of treatment. Evening hours Monday through Thursday and second-Saturday appointments let you pick a time when you feel least rushed. If you are new, our new patient visit details explain what happens at your first appointment.
We offer nitrous oxide, also called laughing gas, along with local anesthesia and comfort measures like breaks, hand signals, and an unhurried pace.
Yes. You stay awake and able to respond to your dentist, but most people feel calm and relaxed.
Because nitrous oxide wears off quickly, many patients can drive themselves home. Your dentist confirms what is right for you before you leave.
Nitrous oxide has been used in dental offices for many years. Your dentist reviews your health history first to make sure it is a good fit for you.
It can. Some patients with a strong gag reflex find that nitrous oxide helps them relax enough to get through cleanings, X-rays, and impressions.
The effects wear off soon after the mask is removed. Many people feel back to normal within a few minutes.
Raise your hand at any time, and we stop so you can take a break. You can also ask questions, and we explain each step before we do it.
Yes. We are at 9825 S. Pulaski Rd, Suite 1, Evergreen Park, IL 60805, on South Pulaski Road between 98th and 99th Streets, right at the Oak Lawn border.
Select any Book Appointment button on this page to choose a time, or call our office, and our team will confirm your visit. Let us know you would like nitrous oxide so we can plan for it.
Dr. Klee earned his DDS from the University at Buffalo and completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency at A.T. Still University. Dr. Kanneganti earned her biology degree and DDS from the University of Detroit Mercy. Read more about our doctors and how they care for nervous patients.
Taking the first step is often the hardest part, and we make it as easy as we can. Tell us about your worries when you book, and we can plan your visit around them. Reach out today to book a calm visit at our Evergreen Park office.
9825 S. Pulaski Rd, Suite 1
Evergreen Park, IL 60805
Monday – Thursday
2nd Saturday
Friday & Sunday
8 AM – 8 PM
8 AM – 2 PM
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