The Buzz About NELA Dental

Exceptional Dental Implant, IV Sedation Services, and More

THANK YOU-THE ENTIRE STAFF AT NELA DENTAL would like to thank everyone that voted us BEST DENTIST in this year’s BayouBuzz awards. We are honored to serve the Northeast Louisiana community and have been doing so since 2007. Our goal is to provide the best possible care for our patients and most up-to-date technology and certifications in our industry. Among general dentistry and cosmetic options, we pride ourselves on our superior Dental Implant and IV Sedation services.

BUZZ WORD- IMPLANTS

A single-tooth, dental implant is an artificial tooth root that is placed into your jaw to hold a replacement tooth or a bridge. A proper dental implant coupled with a replacement tooth or bridge will look, feel, and function like a natural tooth. For those with missing or decaying teeth, dental implants can improve your smile not only cosmetically but structurally as well. Implants provide a stable and durable base for restoration so you can start to enjoy all your favorite foods again.

An implant-retained denture is a denture attached to implants inserted into the jaw. This is different from a regular denture which rests on the gums. Denture wearers often find their dentures can be held in place with dental implants for added comfort and stability. Some patients even experience improved speech; a welcomed benefit for many. Implant-retained dentures may provide patients with more confidence. Another major benefit of implant-retained dentures is the ability to enjoy foods previously considered off limits. However, there are some limitations on certain foods. Your dentist can explain these eating “do’s and don’ts” during your appointment.

Another option for dental impacts are Teeth in a Day, you can get your dental implants completed in just one day! NELA Dental is your home for this One-and- Done, dental implant services. In fact, it is one of the few dental practices offering this procedure in the state of Louisiana.

NELA Dental always strives to utilize the best in advancing technologies. Through the use of CAD (Computer Aided Design) and 3D printing, dental implants can be placed, and long-term temporary teeth can be printed and placed in one day. This process allows for more chewing ability and much less pain while healing. It also allows you to test drive your teeth, so you get the teeth you want.

BUZZING TO TRY IV SEDATION?

Whether it’s root canal therapy or a routine procedure like a cleaning, IV and oral sedation is an option. Often times, sedation allows patients to have multiple procedures completed in one visit. Thus, cutting down cost and the number of visits to the dentist. We are pleased to be one of the few certified dental practices in the area to offer IV Sedation.

There are a few types of sedation our dentist can use so you won’t feel any pain during your surgery. You and your dentist can discuss which option is best for you and your situation.

Intravenous sedation, or IV sedation, is delivered through a vein in your arm to make you drowsy. IV sedation is an anti-anxiety medication, and the level of sedation can be adjusted to suit your needs. You will most likely sleep throughout the entire procedure.

An oral sedative is as simple as taking a pill, so it is easier to administer compared to other types of anesthesia. There is no needle involved, and it is just as effective as any other sedation option.

Oral sedation can be administered to patients who may have some anxieties about IV sedation to reduce their fear and make them more comfortable. There are a variety of single or incremental doses used to help medicate a patient during a dental procedure. These oral medications can help to reduce memory of the sights and smells of the dental office to avoid any discomfort. The sedation allows a more complicated procedure to finish faster and more comfortably for a patient.

Start Smiling Today

A NELA Dental Smile starts with one phone call. Whether it’s for dental implants or a checkup, visiting the dentist is the key to overall good oral health. NELA Dental wants to make that financially easier for our patients. That’s why we offer membership plans to help alleviate the cost of some procedures.

We accept most major dental insurance plans, third-party payments, and offer flexible financing options. Call one of our convenient locations in Farmerville and Monroe, schedule your appointment.