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Feel Totally Relaxed With Our Murrells Inlet Sedation Options

At The Smile Center, we use technology that minimizes the discomfort of procedures to ease your dental anxiety. We also offer comfort options like warm blankets and cozy pillows to make your visits less stressful. If you need a little extra help, you can also choose our Murrells Inlet sedation options. Your dental care is completely comfortable! Our compassionate team will:

  • Ensure you’re fully relaxed during your visits
  • Take all the time you need to feel at ease
  • Listen to your needs and concerns
  • Fully answer any questions you have about your dental care

Schedule a gentle dental visit with Dr. John Miller. Call our staff today at 843-491-5353. Our friendly office is located at 4539 Hwy. 17 Bypass S – near its intersection with Wachesaw Road. Patients without insurance are encouraged to join our membership plan for savings on treatment.

Our Dental Sedation Will Help Ensure You Maintain a Beautiful Smile

If you are nervous about your dental care, you’ll be glad to know that Dr. Miller can use dental sedation to take your mind off your procedure. At The Smile Center, we use two types of dental sedation:

  • Laughing Gas – Light sedation, often referred to as laughing gas, produces a mild euphoria. We administer it through a small mask you wear over your face. Its effects wear off quickly, so you’ll be able to drive yourself home following your procedure. It is so safe, we can even give it to children. It is also easy for us to increase or reduce the amount of gas you receive. However, because it is the mildest form of sedation, it may not be enough for more severe cases of dental anxiety.
  • Oral Sedatives – Dr. John Miller is also an expert with oral sedation. He has completed advanced training with the Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation. He uses oral sedatives in pill form that are considered highly safe, especially in his trained hands. Oral sedation will put you in a completely relaxed state, and you may even feel groggy. You will need to arrange for a ride home from your procedure because the pill’s effects will last for a few hours.

These methods offer different levels of sedation. here are pros and cons to each approach. Your dentist will help you determine which type of sedation is right for you.

Nervous about your dental procedure? Our Murrells Inlet sedation options will calm your nerves. Call The Smile Center today at 843-492-5026 to set up an appointment. You can also schedule online.

Read Why Our Patients Love Us

“I cannot say enough positive words to describe my experience at The Smile Center. First, Crystal at the reception desk, welcomes every one who enters the door with a big happy greeting. The hygienist is so professional and puts you at ease immediately. She is friendly and takes her time to ensure the x-rays are done clearly. She explains what she is doing and any concerns she sees with the …” Read More – Debby Dang
“I recently moved to South Carolina and after only 1 week here, I broke my front tooth. Not knowing anyone to ask for a dentist referral, I googled to find a well rated dentist. I came upon Dr Miller at the Smile Center, and could not be happier with the great experience I have had there. After breaking my tooth, I called and spoke to Crystal, who was so kind …” Read More – Leana Krause
“I needed to see a dentist for emergency situation. My friend had recommended Dr. John Miller at the Smile Center. I called and the receptionist, Crystal was so professional and customer driven in how she handled my crisis. She did everything in a timely manner. Dr. Miller was so kind to get me into his office today. I’ve never been so happy and satisfied with my experience dealing with the …” Read More – Tuoc Dang
“No one enjoys having to go to the dentist, myself included. Each time I have gone to The Smile Center to have anything more than cleaning my teeth done, I get anxious and nervous even though I know the staff and Dr Miller do everything possible to make the visit pain-free to me. The ladies are kind and attentive and Dr Miller explains what he is going to be doing …” Read More – Jackie Hofmeister
“Dr. Miller is one great Dentist. He truly cares about his customers. His staff is exceptional and very helpful. Had many Dentist along the way but none better than Dr. Miller.” – Eddie Myers
“My opinion has not changed. Still has friendly, competent staff. Facility well designed to ease the stress of going to the dentist. State of the art equipped. TV on the ceiling is a nice touch when you’re reclined in the chair. The best recommendation I can give is that I go there when I need additional dental “stuff” taken care of.” – Jonathan Cilley
“The staff and Doctor were pleasant and knowledgeable beat care I have received from a dentist office in a very long time I read them A+ . I have already recommended this dentist office to my family and friends.” – Lillian Leonardi
“I’m so happy to have found the Smile Center after moving to the area. The office is beautiful and the staff is friendly and caring. The hygienist, Jen, was meticulous with my care. Dr. Miller identified and resolved a painful situation that my previous dentist had overlooked. I appreciate the doctors and the entire staff.” – Judy Wiles
“I just want to say thank you to each and every worker including the dentist in the smile center for taking the time to not only explain everything that is needed to take care of my issues but to make me feel like a person instead of a meal ticket like other dentist office in the past has made me feel so again thank you so much for truly caring …” Read More – Lonnie Newman
“I have an extreme dentist phobia, I have been hurt very bad in the past by poor dental practices, not by these guys, I love them, they are careful, compassionate and very kind. I will never go anywhere else!” – Renee Moshoures
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Common Questions About Sedation Options

Does sedation dentistry work for more patients?

Over the years, we have found that our dental sedation is a reliable way for anxious patients to relax and get the smile care they need. At The Smile Center, we use inhaled sedation and oral conscious sedation. Both of these sedation options produce a comfortable sedative effect that will allow you to completely relax in your dental chair.

What sedation options are available to me?

There are many different types of patients, so we offer more than one sedation option in our practice. Choose from laughing gas for mild sedation or oral conscious sedation in pill form for a deeper level of sedation. Either of these methods work great at easing dental anxiety and helping patients relax comfortably in our chair.

What should I expect after dental sedation?

If you choose inhaled sedation with laughing gas, the effects of the sedative will vanish immediately after your exam or procedure. You should have no problem safely driving yourself home. With oral conscious sedation, the pill’s effects will linger for a few hours, so you’ll need a trusted friend or family member to drive you home afterward.

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