SEDATION DENTISTRY

Dental anxiety is real, and for some children it is a genuine barrier to receiving the care their teeth desperately need. At Britto’s Children’s Dentistry, we offer a full range of sedation options in our office setting – from Nitrous Oxide to IV Sedation to General Anesthesia, so that no child is ever denied essential treatment because of fear. Our certified team handles every sedation case with careful preparation, continuous monitoring, and deep respect for both your child and your peace of mind as a parent.

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Mon-Tue 09:00am – 05:00pm
Wed-Fri 08:00am – 04:00pm

We alternate between our Chantilly & Woodbridge locations. Call to confirm!

COMFORT CARE

WHEN ANXIETY GETS IN THE WAY, SEDATION OPENS THE DOOR TO REAL CARE

Every child deserves access to quality dental treatment regardless of how much fear or anxiety they bring into the office. At Britto Children’s Dentistry, we recognize that some children simply cannot tolerate traditional dental visits due to extreme fear, sensory sensitivities, complex treatment needs, or developmental differences. Sedation dentistry exists precisely for these children and we offer multiple carefully matched options based on each child’s specific situation.

Nitrous oxide, commonly known as laughing gas, is our lightest option and works well for mildly anxious children who need a little help relaxing during routine or moderate procedures. For more complex cases or children who require extensive treatment completed in a single visit, we coordinate in-office IV sedation or general anesthesia with a fully qualified team and continuous state of art monitoring throughout.

Every sedation plan begins with a thorough consultation where we review your child’s medical history, explain all available options, and help you choose the safest and most appropriate path forward. No child is ever sedated without your complete understanding and informed consent as a parent.

OUR COMMITMENT

NO CHILD SHOULD MISS OUT ON HEALTHY TEETH BECAUSE OF FEAR

At Britto’s Children’s Dentistry, we treat dental anxiety with the same seriousness and compassion we bring to every clinical decision. Our team is specially trained in pediatric sedation protocols and follows strict safety standards before, during, and after every sedation procedure. We monitor each child continuously throughout the entire appointment and stay in close communication with parents at every stage of the process. Our goal is straightforward: give every child access to the care they need in an environment where they feel genuinely safe, and send every parent home with complete confidence that their child was protected the entire time.

WHAT TO EXPECT

A CAREFULLY PLANNED EXPERIENCE DESIGNED AROUND YOUR CHILD'S COMFORT AND SAFETY

Sedation appointments at Britto Children’s Dentistry begin well before the day of treatment. Our team conducts a detailed pre-sedation consultation to review your child’s health history, discuss the procedure planned, and walk you through every preparation step clearly. On the day of the appointment, we settle your child comfortably, administer the chosen sedation method gently, and begin only when we are fully satisfied that your child is relaxed and safe.

Throughout the entire procedure a trained team member monitors your child’s vitals continuously. Once treatment is complete, we guide your child through a calm and supervised recovery period and provide clear aftercare instructions before you leave. We also follow up afterward to confirm your child is recovering well and answer any questions that come up at home.

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HONEST REVIEWS FROM PARENTS WHO TRUST US WITH THEIR CHILD'S SMILE

Families across Chantilly and Woodbridge turn to Britto’s Children’s Dentistry when anxiety has made dental care feel impossible for their child. Our parents come in searching for a solution and leave knowing their child finally received the care they needed in a safe, compassionate setting.

"My son had not been to a dentist in three years because his anxiety made every attempt impossible. The team at Britto took the time to understand his specific fears, recommended nitrous oxide, and completed an entire examination and cleaning in one relaxed visit. He came out smiling. I nearly cried with relief."

"Our daughter has sensory processing challenges that made routine dental care genuinely distressing for her. The sedation consultation at Britto was thorough, unhurried, and made us feel completely informed before agreeing to anything. The procedure went perfectly and the recovery was smooth. We finally have a dental home that truly understands her needs."

"My son needed several procedures completed and his anxiety level made doing them separately completely unrealistic. The team coordinated full sedation, monitored him the entire time, completed everything in one appointment, and had him home and comfortable the same afternoon. The care and professionalism from start to finish gave us total confidence throughout."