balanceSedation Dentistry
Cosmetic and Neuromuscular Dentistry in Burke, VA
Stop dental anxiety, one calm visit at a time
Does the thought of visiting the dentist make you feel nervous? You’re not alone. Millions of Americans delay or avoid dental care due to anxiety or fear. At Pamela Marzban DDS in Burke, VA, we offer gentle sedation dentistry options that help you stay relaxed, calm, and comfortable throughout your visit—so you can receive the care you need without stress or discomfort.
Sedation dentistry allows you to remain conscious and responsive, yet deeply relaxed. Dr. Pamela Marzban, a DOCS-certified dentist, customizes each sedation plan to ensure your safety, comfort, and peace of mind.
Find the Right Sedation for a Relaxed Visit
Whether you need a routine cleaning or a complex procedure, sedation dentistry can transform your dental experience. With the right approach, we can help you overcome anxiety and complete treatment more comfortably and efficiently.
Benefits of Sedation Dentistry:
Complete more treatment in a single visit
Feel relaxed and anxiety-free before and during care
Control your gag reflex and reduce discomfort
Prevent jaw, neck, or back tension
Improve the quality and speed of treatment
Anxiety can heighten sensitivity and muscle tension, making dental visits more challenging. Sedation dentistry breaks that cycle—helping you stay calm, comfortable, and at ease from start to finish.
Comfort, Ease, and Convenience
With oral conscious sedation, you’ll take a small, prescribed pill before your appointment. By the time you arrive, you’ll feel relaxed and free of anxiety. You’ll stay awake but calm and often remember very little of the visit afterward.
Because you’re at ease, we can perform more comprehensive treatment in fewer visits—restorative, cosmetic, or reconstructive—without you feeling overwhelmed or fatigued.
Break the Cycle of Dental Anxiety
Fear of the dentist often leads to avoidance, which causes oral health to worsen. As problems progress, treatment becomes more complex, and anxiety increases further. Sedation dentistry helps stop that cycle.
With consistent, comfortable visits, your oral health improves. Preventive care replaces emergency care. Over time, many patients find their dental anxiety naturally decreases—or disappears altogether.
Sedation allows you to take control of your health, one calm visit at a time.
Dr. Pamela Marzban: An Experienced Sedation Dentist
Dr. Pamela Marzban is DOCS-certified, meaning she has advanced training in sedation safety and pharmacology. This certification allows her to select the safest and most effective option for you while considering any medications or medical conditions. Her goal is to make exceptional dental care accessible to every patient—especially those who have avoided treatment due to fear or discomfort.
Common Questions About Sedation Dentistry
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Sedation dentistry uses mild sedatives to reduce anxiety and enhance comfort during dental treatment. You remain conscious, relaxed, and able to respond to the dentist, but most patients remember little of their visit.
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Yes. Sedation helps anyone who experiences anxiety, a strong gag reflex, difficulty getting numb, or physical tension during appointments. By keeping your body relaxed, sedation reduces sensitivity and makes treatment smoother and more comfortable.
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Absolutely. When you’re relaxed, we can complete more care in one visit. Sedation is ideal for longer procedures, full-mouth treatments, or combined cosmetic and restorative dentistry appointments.
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Yes. NuCalm® is a drug-free relaxation technology that uses neuroscience-based methods to calm the body’s nervous system. It combines a natural supplement, microcurrent stimulation, neuroacoustic audio, and light blocking to create a meditative, anxiety-free state.
In studies and patient reports, 95% say they would use it again, and 98% would recommend it to friends and family.
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Yes. In addition to NuCalm®, we offer nitrous oxide (laughing gas) and oral conscious sedation, depending on your needs. As a DOCS-certified provider, Dr. Marzban will determine which option is safest and most effective for you.
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No. Sedation dentistry helps you relax without putting you fully to sleep. You’ll remain aware and able to respond, but most patients feel so calm that they barely remember the experience.
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Yes. Sedation has been used safely for decades. We review your health history and medications, monitor you throughout treatment, and customize the dosage and approach for your safety.
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You may benefit from sedation if you:
Feel anxious about dental treatment
Have a strong gag reflex
Experience soreness or stiffness during dental visits
Need multiple or complex procedures
Want a more comfortable, stress-free experience
The best way to determine your candidacy is through an individual consultation at our Burke, VA office.
Relax Into a Better Dental Experience
Whether you need a crown, root canal, whitening, or full reconstruction, Dr. Marzban and her compassionate team can make your treatment stress-free and comfortable.
To learn more about sedation dentistry and which option is right for you, call 703-323-8200 or contact Dr. Pamela Marzban online to schedule your consultation.