Don’t Be Shy — Tell Your Cincinnati Dentist When It Hurts!

We’ve heard the jokes about sadistic dentists, but the reality is that family dentistry is about putting your comfort at the forefront. More specifically, your Sharonville dental provider wants to help ease your suffering, not cause you pain.

At Beckham Square Family Dental, we practice gentle dentistry. But it’s easier for us to be gentle if we know if or how much you’re in pain. When you’re in our dentist chair, don’t be shy. If it hurts — tell us! There are also several things we can do to take away the pain and make your experience less stressful.

Tell Us What You Need

While Drs. Schmerler and Hynes are experts in the practice of dentistry, you are the foremost expert in your patient experience, and we respect that. You have the right to tell us when you’re scared, uncomfortable, or in pain. We want to know!

Open communication between the patient and dentist ensures that you get the proper treatment you need and that your fears are alleviated. Uncertainties about a complex procedure or how we will control pain can seem daunting, but voicing your concerns or requesting information can help you feel empowered and informed. It also helps us give you the personalized care you need.

Comfortable Numbing Agents

If the thought of a dental appointment still fills you with dread, understand that modern dental work shouldn’t have to hurt. It’s okay to ask what your dentist will do to numb the pain during cavity fillings, permanent implant crown placements, root canals, and other procedures.

There have been significant advancements in numbing techniques over the past several years, and we have access to the most advanced ones. We’ll work hard to make your dental care experience to be as comfortable and relaxed as possible.

If an initial application of a numbing agent doesn’t seem to be enough, just ask for more. We’ll be happy to provide you with what you need to alleviate the pain. Remember that the local anesthetic may cause a slight pinch from the needle; however, you can ask your dentist to apply numbing gel before they use the needle.

During many procedures that require local anesthesia, your jaw and mouth will remain numb for a short time after treatment. It’s like when your foot falls asleep when you’ve been sitting on it. It feels kind of funny at first, but that goes away pretty quickly. Your dentist can provide you with an estimate of how long this feeling will last and recommend specific activities to avoid during recovery, such as eating.

Gentle, Worry-Free Dentistry in Cincinnati

If you’re concerned about pain or discomfort during an upcoming procedure, you can rest assured. You’re in good hands at Beckham Square Family Dental. We’ll do everything we can to make your dental experience as peaceful and pain-free as possible. If you need anything, please don’t hesitate to ask. If you experience pain at any time, please let us know. Let’s make hometown dental care for your entire family the best it can be!