Treatment for Dental Anxiety

Alpha-Stim
for Dental Anxiety

Don’t let anxiety stand between your patients and their dental health

As many as 20% of Americans avoid going to the dentist as a result of anxiety or fear. Whether it’s a routine cleaning or a more complicated procedure, it is normal for patients to experience anxiety in the dental chair. While you can prescribe medication to help sedate your patients before a cleaning or dental procedure, there is a non-drug option that is both safe and proven effective. In fact, the effectiveness of Alpha-Stim on dentist-specific anxiety has been studied – and patients reported an average of 61% less anxiety during procedures.

IMMEDIATE RESULTS

Patients reported an average of 61% less anxiety after using the CES therapy.⁴

Alpha-Stim Offers Dental Patients a Drug-Free Option

Alpha-Stim is an FDA cleared, non-invasive medical device that brings lasting and immediate relief from anxiety – without medication. It fits in the palm of your hand, and its ear clips are as small as earbuds, allowing patients quick and discreet relief during their appointment without interfering with the work of you and your team.

Your patients already know that their dental health is important. With Alpha-Stim in your armamentarium, you can offer a relaxing experience in your practice that will encourage them to stay on top of their appointments.

Alpha-Stim versus Nitrous

You and your patients may not have heard of Alpha-Stim before, but once you see how it compares to nitrous oxide, you’ll be amazed!

Backed by decades of experience and over 100 clinical research studies, Alpha-Stim has stood the test of time – simply because it works. Bring Alpha-Stim into your practice today and witness firsthand how much of an improvement it can make. Your patients – and their smiles – will thank you.

With Alpha-Stim

With Nitrous

Possible Side Effects of Nitrous

Earclip electrodes are small and comfortable for the patient, and will not interfere with your work
The patient has full control of their treatment settings
There is no impairment and no lasting side effects, so patients don’t need to worry about finding a ride home from procedures
There is no risk of overuse or overdose. Patients can use Alpha-Stim as often and for as long as needed, even for the most routine of cleanings

Patients may experience lingering side effects
Staff may experience adverse effects with long-term, repeated exposure
Patients may have objections to or fears about using drugs
It may be unsafe to use on patients with certain health conditions, such as respiratory illness or vitamin B-12 deficiency²

Nausea
Vomiting
Headache
Sleepiness
Sweating
Shivering
Diminished motor skills

Additionally, in 2008, nitrous oxide was added to California’s Proposition 65 list of chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm³. Nitrous oxide is considered a risk for both developmental toxicity and female reproductive toxicity.

What Dentists and Patients are Saying

“We understand that with dental visits can come a feeling of anxiety or intense fear. Sometimes it can lead to cancelling the appointment itself or sudden panic attacks. Dr Lisa Lucey spends dedicated time with each patient building trust, confidence and caring relationships. However, she also understands that for some of her patients they may still feel anxious before treatment. Dr Lisa introduced the Alpha-Stim to her practice and for some patients it has been life changing. It’s an alternative to oral medication with zero down time. You can still pop in for a visit on your lunch.”

Lucey Dental

“I have regularly been using my Alpha Stim device for all my dental appointments and procedures. I start using it 5-15 minutes before my appointment as I am then in full alpha wave mode for the procedure. Last week I had a 3-and-a-half-hour extraction done. The tooth was abscessed with bone loss. Alpha Stim kept me feeling calm and at peace and out of fight or flight mode with no other sedation. All the yanking, pulling, scraping etc. did not phase me or cause me any fear or anxiety. I will never go to the dentist without my Alpha Stim device. It makes a very emotionally hard situation more than bearable.”

Brenda PokornyCharlotte, NC

How two small electric ear clips helped me cure my fear of the dentist

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Sources:

https://www.webmd.com/oral-health/easing-dental-fear-adults#1
https://www.healthline.com/health/nitrous-oxide-side-effects#longterm-effects

https://www.cda.org/portals/0/pdfs/fact_sheets/nitrous_oxide_english.pdf
Winick, Reid L. Cranial electrotherapy stimulation (CES): a safe and effective low cost means of anxiety control in a dental practice. General Dentistry. 1999; 47(1):50-55.

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