Anesthesia
For any of our procedures, we will do everything we can to provide for your comfort. Most of our work is performed with local anesthesia (Novacaine/Lidocaine, freezing). Before any injections, we apply a topical anesthetic solution or gel to provide a surface numbing. The following options are available, upon request:- ORAL SEDATION- We can prescribe a medicine to "calm your nerves" and relax you. You must be driven to and from the appointment by a responsible adult.
- INTRAVENOUS SEDATION- Dr. Koh is certified in Conscious IV Sedation, which is done in our office. For medically compromised patients, we will arrange with a dental anesthesiologist to come to our office. The anesthesiologist's fees are separate from our office.
- NITROUS OXIDE ANALGESIA (Laughing Gas or Happy Gas) - This gas is breathed in through a nose mask and gives a detached, light-headed feeling, easing any fears or apprehensions you may have. Its effect will disappear as soon as the mask is removed from your nose, so you can drive yourself from the office. A small fee is charged for this service.
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"I'd like to let future patients know that dental implants are definitely worth it. I have a natural smile and eat anything I like, without the worry or look of a bridge or false teeth.
While I hope I do not have to replace another tooth in the future, my confidence is in your office to do so.”
While I hope I do not have to replace another tooth in the future, my confidence is in your office to do so.”
Sterilization
To protect your health, we adhere to what is called "universal precautions." That means we use the same protective measures with every patient to prevent transmission of the virus that causes AIDS, Hepatitis or any other infectious disease.- Wearing gloves, masks and protective eye wear for all patients treatment.
- Washing hands before and after treatment and changing gloves after each patient.
- Sterilizing dental instruments and hand pieces after each use.
- Using only sterile water for all our procedures.
- Cleaning and disinfecting the surfaces in the treatment room and equipment after each patient.
- Disposing of needles and other sharp items in special containers.
- Properly disposing of waste items and contaminated material.
Instruments that can withstand high temperatures are sterilized in a chemical autoclave by using steam under pressure in an oven-like environment. This method of heat sterilization kills the AIDS and Hepatitis viruses and other microscopic organisms capable of causing diseases. Other instruments that cannot be heated are disposable and are thrown away.
We use disinfection procedures on surfaces and equipment that cannot be removed for cleaning and sterilization, such as counter tops, drawer handles, x-ray unit heads and light handles. A chemical agent, registered with the Environmental Protection Agency as a hospital disinfectant, is used in the dental office. The treatment room is disinfected between patients to assure that the operatory is absolutely clean for each patient.
You will also notice that we use disposable barriers on surfaces such as light handles, headrest covers and water syringes. Additionally all dental procedures are delivered with the use of sterile water rather than city water.
“Dr. Koh was very responsive to my questions. She called me at home after my surgery, which was terrific. All in all, a very good experience! The hygienist was also excellent and had a great attitude.”
"Thank you very much for the great job you did on my two dental implants! I was amazed how smoothly the entire process went, no pain and virtually no discomfort."
"My visit to your office was very pleasant, and I really enjoyed the way Dr. Freeman and his staff made what I was lead to believe by others, as a very painful procedure - not so bad at all"
