Lexington Special Needs Dentistry
Compassionate Dental Care for Every Child
Every child deserves a dental office where they feel safe, supported, and understood. Our team provides patient, individualized care that meets your child exactly where they are.
Special-Needs Patients Are Welcome Here
Our doctors are well-trained in pediatric dental care techniques for children of all ages, including those with special needs. Our expert, compassionate dental team specializes in caring for:
- Infants
- Toddlers
- Children
- Adolescents/Teenagers
- Children with Special Healthcare Needs
- Children with Behavioral Disorders
- Children with Mental Disabilities
- Children with Physical Disabilities
We typically treat patients from birth through adulthood, typically through college or secondary school. In some cases, our special-needs patients remain with us into adulthood.
We treat each patient equally and with respect, no matter their special needs. Our dental team takes pride in our care for special-needs patients, and we continually educate ourselves to provide the highest standard of care.
Services for Special-Needs Patients
Our treatments are safe, comfortable, and designed especially for patients with special needs. Here’s how we help patients with unique dental needs.
Minimally Invasive Pediatric Dentistry
Minimally invasive treatments provide a gentler approach for children who require additional support during dental care. These low-stress options help protect your child’s teeth while reducing the sensations that can cause anxiety or discomfort.
Paint-on treatments and other drill-free methods make appointments quicker and easier, especially for kids who are sensitive to traditional dental procedures.
Nitrous Oxide
Nitrous oxide, or “laughing gas,” offers a gentle way to help children relax during dental treatment. For many patients with special needs or sensory sensitivities, this mild sedation helps reduce anxiety and ease overstimulation.
Your child stays awake and responsive, but calmer and more comfortable throughout the visit. The effects wear off quickly, making nitrous oxide a simple, safe option that makes visits smoother and more positive overall.
Oral Conscious Sedation
Oral conscious sedation provides a deeper level of relaxation for children who require additional support during dental treatment. It’s especially helpful for patients with significant anxiety, sensory challenges, or difficulty remaining still for longer procedures.
With oral conscious sedation, your child stays awake but very calm and drowsy, making the appointment less overwhelming. This treatment allows necessary care to be completed safely and comfortably for children who struggle with traditional dental visits.