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Everything I have had done at Premier Smile Center has been top-notch. The treatment I received was thorough, precise and extremely professional. I never felt like just another patient because they took the time to listen to my concerns. They addressed my issues and we agreed on the treatment plan together.

The staff is very friendly, warm and extremely knowledgeable. I felt relaxed and comfortable knowing I chose the right place to get the dental work I needed. Dr. Johnson is very humane and very knowledgeable, and she does amazing work. I like the friendliness and honesty of the whole practice. I was not confident with my smile, in fact I was very self conscious and rarely smiled. Premier Smile Center has changed all that. My smile is one of the things I like the most.

Maria
I was terrified to receive a root canal, but I knew it had to be done. After meeting with Dr. Johnson and Dr. Bui, I felt better about the procedure. They educated me on the process. I was comfortable and had no pain—which was my biggest worry. I love coming to the office. Everyone is super friendly and knowledgeable. The doctors and staff educate you on what they are doing and why it is needed.

The dentist was a place I visited only when I desperately needed to, and now I’m in the office every few months. I don’t live near the office anymore, but as long as they’re there, I will be driving over to Fort Lauderdale. Thanks to Premier Smile Center, I now have healthy, pearly white and almost perfectly straight teeth.

Adriana
When I first came to the practice, my teeth were in terrible condition. From the beginning to the end of my treatment, Dr. Johnson and her entire practice were outstanding, professional and extremely understanding of my needs. Dr. Johnson is honest and very hands-on, and the practice feels like a family and not a factory. Thanks to Dr. Johnson, I now have a great smile.

Arthur
Coming to Premier Smile Center was a life-changing experience for me. Although I was a registered nurse, I had the worst teeth ever—a missing tooth, discolored teeth and a crooked smile. Dr. Johnson explained to me in detail how she could give me a beautiful smile. She and her staff have been truly supportive and non-judgmental about my teeth. Dr. Johnson is compassionate, understanding and a joy to talk to, and the staff are friendly, efficient and caring. They encouraged me to go on when I was feeling down, and now I can smile confidently.

The treatment I received has greatly increased my self-esteem. I can smile and laugh unashamedly and join into a group conversation, and not just be a passive listener. I also have better health and nutrition. It is the best investment I have ever made for myself.

Gloria
Premier Smile Center has always treated me like family, and my experience as a patient of Dr. Johnson’s has been nothing but satisfactory. Dr. Johnson is brilliant, and the practice is clean, friendly and professional. Before I came to the office, the condition of my teeth was depressing. As a result of my treatment, I have more confidence and less anxiety associated with a messed-up mouth.

Clayton
Before coming to Premier Smile Center, I had not been to a dentist in some time. I needed some periodontal work done, fillings and wisdom tooth extractions. What initially struck me was the warm welcome I received from the front office staff, and I had virtually no wait time before I was greeted by Dr. Johnson. She was incredibly professional and explained everything she was doing as she conducted the initial exam. She made her recommendations and scheduled a return visit to repair some fillings and pull two wisdom teeth.

What was truly amazing was that within 24 hours Dr. Johnson herself called to check on me and asked how my experience was. My wisdom tooth extractions went flawlessly, and I experienced very little bleeding and no pain during or after the procedure. Again, Dr. Johnson called me afterward to check how I was doing. I like Dr. Johnson’s warm and sincere concern for her patients, and I also like her professional staff. I am always impressed by the warm, professional nature of everyone in the office.

Daniel
From the moment I arrived at Premier Smile Center over a year ago, Dr. Johnson and her entire staff have been amazing. Needless to say, anytime you have a cosmetic procedure done there will be nerves and lots of questions. Within minutes into my initial consultation, these concerns subsided. Unlike other dental practices I have been to, Dr. Johnson took her time and explained what I should expect from beginning to end with Invisalign. I continue to receive compliments on my smile every day. I love it! I have already and would recommend her again to anyone I know. A huge thank you to Dr. Johnson and the Premier Smile Center staff for making my experience fabulous!

Erica

Sedation Dentistry Fort Lauderdale, FL

Dental anxiety is real for so many people. Whether they fear pain, the dental drill, or have had a bad experience in the past, their worry can prevent them from getting critical oral health care. To combat the side effects of this anxiety, we offer sedation dentistry at Premier Smile Center in Fort Lauderdale. You can see the dentist, get the care you need, and feel comfortable while doing so.

Sedation allows the people who feel most anxious about undergoing dental work to receive the treatment they need.

Types of Sedation Dentistry

Oral sedation: Your Fort Lauderdale dentist offers oral sedation in the form of a pill to help you relax. This sedative puts the patient in a twilight sleep so you are fully relaxed and calm but can still respond to requests and questions if needed. You will need to have someone escort you home from your dental appointment after being under conscious sedation.
Laughing Gas: Laughing gas is a fast-acting gas that obscures pain and gives patients a feeling of lightness and happiness. Laughing gas can take effect a few seconds after inhaling for some people and a few minutes for others. A small mask is placed over the nose for continuous inhalation throughout the dental procedure and wears off quickly once the mask is removed.

Most patients remain awake after taking sedation medication and only experience a sleepy feeling. Others are so relaxed they may doze off during their procedure.

When Is Sedation Dentistry Used?

Many people benefit from sedation dentistry, offering them a way to pursue necessary dental treatment without triggering deep fear or panic.

The circumstances of a person’s visit to the dentist will affect whether sedation is the right choice or not. Some of the most common reasons for oral sedation include the following:

Dental anxiety: Whether a fear of discomfort, feeling out of control about the situation, or worrying that a bad experience will repeat itself, dental anxiety is real, and it can prevent a person from getting important oral health care. Sedation can get you in the chair and relaxed so the necessary work can be done.
Difficulty controlling movements: Being jumpy in the dental chair is a bad thing when dental work is being done. Sedation creates a wave of calm so a person can sit still and allow the dentist to do her work.
Resistance to local anesthetics: When local anesthetics don’t mask the feeling of dental work, oral sedation can put a person in a comfortable place.
Dental sensitivity: A severe gag reflex, a dislike of someone’s hands in your mouth, or any other dental sensitivity can be minimized with sedation.
Severe pain: When mouth or tooth pain is so overwhelming it can barely be tolerated, one of the best ways to get outside of that pain to undergo dental care is with sedation.
Trauma: A mouth injury so severe it requires an emergency dental visit will almost always call for oral sedation to relax the patient and help them stay calm throughout the visit.
Extensive dental work: Sometimes patients have no dental anxiety but they are facing many dental procedures. Oral sedation can make it easier to undergo longer appointments for extensive dental work.

There are also certain dental procedures where sedation dentistry makes sense. A patient who is completely relaxed is an easier patient to work with, making the dentist’s job less complicated and allowing her to work faster to complete the task.

Oral sedation may be recommended if you are undergoing one of the following procedures:

Dental implants
Wisdom tooth removal
Complex tooth extractions
Root canal therapy
Gum surgery

Sedation dentistry is typically combined with a local anesthetic to deliver total comfort throughout the procedure.

Feel Comfortable at the Dentist

At Premier Smile Center, we also offer comfort amenities so you feel completely at home, even though you’re in the dentist’s chair. Your well-being is our top priority in all dental procedures. We offer soft blankets and pillows, and the opportunity to listen to music or watch movies during your treatment.

Don’t allow dental anxiety to stop you from getting the oral health care you deserve. Contact your Fort Lauderdale dentist today to discuss sedation dentistry and whether it’s right for you.