Cascadia Dentistry

StanwoodCamanoNews Relaxation Dentistry A gentle approach to meeting your dental concerns Having some degree of nervousness about going to the dentist is completely normal and understandable. But when a person does not seek the dental care that they need and want because nervousness has escalated to anxiety, a more relaxing approach is available for the patient — conscious sedation (or relaxation dentistry). What Is Conscious Sedation? Conscious sedation is a method of administering oral medication to achieve complete relaxation. Basically, you are just napping throughout the treatment, but you are not unconscious (or put “under”). You are breathing on your own and can respond to the doctor’s words as needed. After a sedation appointment, patients can expect to return to their normal activities the following day without any side effects. Submitted by Dr. Chris Rafoth For Stanwood/Camano News “I don’t usually take the time to write a thank you to my dentist. But the care I was given was outstanding. I would rate the experience with Dr. Rafoth and team as a 10!! I was not only taken care of in the office, but the doctor checked on me that evening after my sedation appointment and let me know that he would be available should the need arise. Thanks again to the whole team!” M.S. – Camano Island What Our Patients Have to Say: “I was so afraid of going to the dentist, that I put off my care for years. After meeting Dr. Chris, I was put at ease and the whole experience of the oral sedation was amazing! Dr. Chris took care of all my treatment in one visit! I can hardly believe it! Now I feel like I am able to manage my oral health without fear.” P.B. – Stanwood, WA Dr. Chris Rafoth has been providing the most modern care in dentistry for his patients for over 10 years at the Stanwood location. Dr. Rafoth is committed to providing total patient wellness through impeccable customer service and the latest advances in research and technology. • Sedation Dentistry • Laser Surgery • Implant Surgery • Oral Surgery • Root Canal Therapy • Crown and Bridge • Cosmetic Solutions • White Fillings • Dentures • Painless Injections • Digital Technology • Interest-free Financing! New Patients are welcome to visit Dr. Rafoth for a FREE Consultation to discuss dental concerns! Dr. Chris Rafoth Patient Payment Plans Full Service Dental Care I-5 72nd Ave. NW HAGGEN SHS SR 532 PIONEER HWY 268TH NW DOWNTOWN STANWOOD . 267TH NW CASCADIA DENTISTRY X . Who Should Consider Conscious Sedation? • Patients who feel extremely fearful. • Patients who want to do significant dental treatment in one visit. • Patients who have difficulty getting numb. • Patients with a gag reflex or chronic jaw problems. • Patients who experience a sense of claustrophobia during dental treatment. Is Conscious Sedation Safe? Yes. The following is done with every patient. • Interview, education and examination to determine proper sedation. • The doctor tailors a specific level of sedation for each patient. • A specifically trained team assists each patient. • The patient is continually monitored with state-of-the- art equipment. • The patient is escorted to and from the sedation appointment. Is Sedation Dentistry Expensive? Of all the choices for sedation care, oral conscious sedation is the least expensive. Patients have discovered tremendous value in being able to accomplish dentistry without the fear and without exhaustion. 360-654-4368 • www.cascadiadentistry.com Member PPO Delta Dental and Washington Dental Service Christopher J. Rafoth, DDS 7204 267th St NW #102 STANWOOD (Across from Haggen Food & Pharmacy) <pagedata>2:0.487629622:1.00001383:0.979775846:0.335292041</pagedata>