Believe me your not alone. The injection is probably the most feared aspect of the dental procedure. It's amazing though what the profession has done recently to decrease and often eliminate the anxiety associated with "the shot". One such innovation is that of strong topical anesthetic prior to the injection. This is a medicated topical gel that is placed for approximately a minute to the injection site. It numbs up the tissue and many times makes the injection virtually painless. Another aspect of dentistry that is moving away from the injection is that of conservative / preventative dental care. This philosophy utilizes the latest in dental technology (lasers, air abrasion, digital radiography) to diagnose a cavity when it's small and most likely able to be removed and treated without the use of anesthetic.
We take the care and comfort of our patients extremely serious at Belmont Dentistry and are committed to providing the latest and best treatments available.
Give us a call today at (616) 284-3200 and we'd be happy to schedule a free consult to discuss your needs!
