Hello all,

I am a dentist in Long Beach, CA and today I saw my first RSDS pt. She was unfortunately in extreme pain. I was able to anesthetize her and get what I believe to be the offending tooth removed quite easily. I called her tonight and she is unfortunately suffering again. I am confident (and hopeful) that the pain will resolve soon.

Onto my question though... when I see her in the future, what would make her visits easier? Short appointments? Long lasting anesthetics? Nitrous Oxide? Do patients with RSDS often suffer from increased post-operative pain?

Bottom line: What should your dentist know and do to make a visit more comfortable?

Dr. Todd