70% of all simple fillings can be done without local anesthetic – PAIN FREE!
There are some procedures that absolutely require the use of a local anesthetic (injections) such as tooth extractions. However, there are many procedures that can be done very comfortably WITHOUT INJECTIONS.
Dr. Stender’s ideal is to do a procedure with the least amount of discomfort possible. He starts by engaging the patient in a dialogue prior to the procedure to determine his or her needs and desires so he can provide the patient with the BEST COMFORT LEVEL available.
Some procedures are more painful than others and some patients have more sensitive teeth than others. Each patient is evaluated on an individual basis with every consideration in mind.
With all his years of experience, Dr. Stender can identify patients and procedures that do not require a local anesthetic. He offers alternatives to the high speed drill such as slow speed electric hand pieces which produce less heat thus making the teeth less sensitive. He offers lasers which do the work with light energy. Because of their gentle and precise nature, no injections are needed in many cases.
Air abrasion is another alternative which allows Dr. Stender to selectively remove tooth decay while leaving more healthy tooth structure.The use of air abrasion often means no local anesthetic will be needed.
Additionally, Dr. Stender offers ozone therapy which eliminates bacteria in the early stages of tooth decay (cavities) without the use of a local anesthetic.
Dr. Stender listens to and understands your needs for the most comfortable experience.
You will never feel rushed! You will always feel pampered!
