Dr. Olstein is a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist. The American Board of Pediatric Dentistry certifies pediatric dentists based on standards of excellence that lead to high quality oral health care for infants, children, adolescents and patients with special health care needs. Certification by the ABPD provides assurance to the public that a pediatric dentist has successfully completed accredited training and passed a voluntary examination process, consisting of a written and oral exam, to validate their knowledge, skills and experience to deliver quality patient care.
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Some children are given nitrous oxide/oxygen, or what you may know as laughing gas, to relax them for their dental treatment. Nitrous oxide/oxygen is a blend of two gases, oxygen and nitrous oxide. Nitrous oxide/oxygen is given through a small breathing mask which is placed over the child’s nose, allowing them to relax, but without putting them to sleep. The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, recognizes this technique as a very safe, effective technique to use for treating children’s dental needs. The gas is mild, easily taken, then with normal breathing, it is quickly eliminated from the body. It is non-addictive. While inhaling nitrous oxide/oxygen, your child remains fully conscious and keeps all natural reflexes.

Prior to your appointment:

• Please inform us of any change to your child’s health and/or medical condition.

• Tell us about any respiratory condition that makes breathing through the nose difficult for your child. It may limit the effectiveness of the nitrous oxide/oxygen.

• Let us know if your child is taking any medication on the day of the appointment.

I.V. Sedation is recommended for apprehensive children, very young children, and children with special needs that would not work well under conscious sedation. The dentist performs the dental treatment in our office with the child anesthetized under I.V. sedation, which is administered and monitored by an anesthesiologist.

• Please notify us of any change in your child’s health and/or medical condition. Do not bring your child for treatment with a fever, ear infection or cold. Should your child become ill, contact us to see if it is necessary to postpone the appointment.

• You must tell the doctor of any drugs that your child is currently taking and any drug reactions and/or change in medical history.

• Please dress your child in loose fitting, comfortable clothing.

• Please make sure that your child goes to the bathroom immediately prior to arriving at the office.

• Your child should not have milk or solid food after midnight prior to the scheduled procedure and clear liquids ONLY (water, apple juice, Gatorade) for up to 2 hours prior to the appointment.

• The child’s parent or legal guardian must remain at the office during the complete procedure.

• Your child will be drowsy and will need to be monitored very closely. Keep your child away from areas of potential harm.

• If your child wants to sleep, place them on their side with their chin up. Wake your child every hour and encourage them to have something to drink in order to prevent dehydration. At first it is best to give your child sips of clear liquids to prevent nausea. The first meal should be light and easily digestible.

• If your child vomits, help them bend over and turn their head to the side to insure that they do not inhale the vomit.

• Please call our office for any questions or concerns that you might have.

We believe that starting your child out with a positive dental experience will encourage them to enjoy caring for their oral health needs. The earlier we can begin teaching children about dental care, the better chance we have of preventing problems before they begin. As a team we visit area preschool and kindergartens teaching children about proper brushing techniques, what they might expect to see at the dentist and good food choices to ensure healthy teeth and bones.
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