*Special offer valid for patients paying in cash at time of service. New patients only.
*Special offer valid for patients paying in cash at time of service. New patients only.
In Westchase, FL
Many people put off dental visits because the thought of sitting in the chair feels more stressful than the problem they are avoiding. A sore tooth gets ignored, a cleaning gets rescheduled, and small issues have time to grow into bigger ones. For patients who feel this way, the barrier is rarely the treatment itself. It is the anxiety that builds up around it.
At Designing Smiles, Dr. Ryan Rose and the team built sedation dentistry into everyday care so that fear does not stand between Westchase patients and a healthy smile. Located on W Linebaugh Ave, the practice offers a full range of dental services under one roof, and sedation is available across many of them for patients who need extra support to feel at ease.
Dental fear is far more common than most patients realize. A 2025 national survey led by researchers at New York University College of Dentistry found that 72.6 percent of adults reported some level of dental fear, with nearly half describing it as moderate and more than a quarter as severe. That level of anxiety keeps people from scheduling routine care, which only makes future appointments harder.
Sedation dentistry gives patients a way to break that cycle. Dr. Ryan Rose, a U.S. Army veteran, takes time to understand each patient’s concerns before recommending a sedation method, and he tailors the approach to the procedure and the person. Whether someone needs tooth extractions, routine dental cleanings, or a longer restorative visit, sedation can be adjusted to match the level of comfort each patient needs.
Not every patient needs the same level of sedation, which is why Dr. Ryan Rose offers a range of options rather than a single approach. The right choice depends on the procedure, the patient’s medical history, and how anxious they feel walking through the door.
For patients who want to stay relaxed but fully aware, nitrous oxide can ease nerves quickly with no lingering effects afterward. Patients who need something stronger, whether due to more involved treatment or a more severe level of anxiety, may be better suited to oral sedation, which allows for a deeper sense of calm throughout longer procedures. Dr. Ryan Rose walks through these options during a consultation, so patients understand what each one involves before deciding what feels right for them.
Sedation offers more than just a calmer visit. For many patients, it changes whether they get care at all.
These benefits carry over into everyday dentistry, not just complicated cases. A patient who needs dental fillings can request sedation just as easily as someone preparing for a more involved procedure, because the goal is comfort rather than complexity.
A sedation visit starts well before the appointment itself. Dr. Ryan Rose reviews each patient's medical history, current medications, and specific concerns to determine which sedation option fits best. This conversation matters because the right method depends on the procedure being performed and how a patient responds to previous dental visits.
During treatment, sedation allows patients to stay relaxed while the team works efficiently and carefully. Many patients remember very little of the procedure afterward, which can be a relief for anyone who has avoided the dentist due to painful or stressful past experiences. Recovery time varies depending on the sedation method used, and the team walks every patient through aftercare instructions so there are no surprises once they get home.
Sedation is not reserved for cosmetic work alone. Patients considering a smile makeover or another cosmetic procedure can request it just as readily as someone coming in for a filling, because the priority is always the patient's comfort rather than the category of treatment.
Cost is often the second concern right behind fear itself, and Dr. Ryan Rose's team works to make sedation accessible regardless of a patient's insurance situation. Designing Smiles is in network with several PPO plans, including Delta Dental, Cigna, Aetna, and MetLife, and the office also accepts Veterans Affairs benefits.
For patients without dental insurance, the practice's approach is straightforward: no insurance, no problem. Payment plans and financing options are available for patients who want to spread out the cost of sedation-assisted care, so the budget does not have to stand between a patient and a more comfortable visit.
Every patient walks into Designing Smiles with a different history and a different comfort level, and Dr. Ryan Rose treats that as part of the care plan rather than an afterthought. His background as a father and Army veteran shapes an approach built on patience and clear communication, so patients never feel rushed into a decision about their sedation options. You can learn more about Dr. Ryan Rose and his approach to care on the practice's About page. If dental anxiety has kept you from scheduling the care you need, sedation dentistry may be the option that finally makes appointments manageable. Reach out to contact our office to talk through your concerns and find the sedation approach that fits you best.
