Do you have anxiety or fear around visiting the dentist? You might think admitting this would hurt our feelings but that’s not the case! We completely understand that coming to the dentist isn’t a pleasant experience for many people and that dental anxiety is a very real thing.
At The Dental Boutique, we do everything we can to make our patients feel comfortable. We offer premier amenities to make you feel more relaxed and at home while you’re with us. These little touches can make all the difference to patients with anxiety or fear. We also offer sedation options that are safe and effective so you don’t have to worry about any pain or discomfort while you’re with us.
Here are just a few ways our team puts your comfort first:
Entertain Yourself
We are proud to offer our patients a truly “at home” experience. We’ll hand you the remote so you can stream your favorite movies or TV shows during your appointment. Whatever helps to relax you or make you laugh, you are free to tune in!
Want to drown out the sounds of your appointment? We have Sony Noise Cancelling Headphones with the “Quick Attention” feature. This feature automatically turns down music or other audio to allow other sounds to be heard easily, which is great if we need to get your attention or ask you a question.
Spa-Like Amenities
We pride ourselves on our spa-like atmosphere because it’s so unlike the traditional “stuffy” dental office. When you walk through our doors, you are instantly relaxed by the smell of calming essential oils. We also have aromatherapy towelettes on hand for patients to use if they need a quick de-stress.
In our waiting room, you can let your dental anxiety slip away as you enjoy a nice warm cup of coffee and take in the beautiful artwork by awesome local artists. You won’t find any dental posters on our walls!
Sedation Options
We are proud to offer nitrous oxide, a safe and effective sedation option, to patients of The Dental Boutique. The gas is inhaled through a small mask that fits over your nose. It’s very effective at helping patients relax immediately so they can move forward with their treatment without having to deal with their dental anxiety!
Sometimes referred to as “laughing gas,” nitrous oxide does not put you to sleep. You will still be able to hear us and respond to any questions we have. We love this option because sometimes more intense sedation options can leave you groggy long after your appointment. WIth this option, the effects normally wear off as soon as we take off the mask.
Dr. Saterfiel and her team at The Dental Boutique are dedicated to your comfort. Get the smile you’ve been dreaming of with zero anxiety! Contact us to set up an appointment in our Lafayette dental studio; you can call us at 337.231.3000 or schedule your appointment online.
