THANK YOU -- The entire team at NELA Dental extends a heartfelt thank you to everyone who voted us BEST DENTIST in this year's BayouBuzz awards. We are deeply honored to serve the northeast Louisiana community, a service we have proudly provided since 2007. Our mission is to deliver the highest quality care to our patients, utilizing the most advanced technology and certifications in the field. Alongside general and cosmetic dentistry, we excel in providing outstanding Dental Implant and IV Sedation services.

Highlight on Implants

A dental implant is an artificial tooth root designed to be surgically placed into the jaw. These implants act as a sturdy foundation for mounting replacement teeth, crowns, or bridges. The procedure involves inserting the implant into the jawbone, where it gradually fuses with the bone in a process called osseointegration. This integration ensures that the implant becomes a permanent part of the jaw, providing stability and support for the artificial tooth or teeth that will be attached.

Dental implants offer numerous benefits, making them a preferred option for tooth replacement. Functionally, they restore full chewing ability, allowing you to eat your favorite foods without worry. Implants also help preserve the jawbone, preventing bone loss that often accompanies missing teeth. Aesthetically, dental implants look and feel like natural teeth, enhancing your smile and boosting confidence. Additionally, they improve oral health by maintaining the alignment of surrounding teeth and eliminating the need for altering adjacent teeth, as is necessary with traditional bridges.

Another option for dental implants is Teeth in a Day, allowing you to complete your dental implants in just one day! NELA Dental is your destination for this efficient, one-and-done dental implant service, and we are among the few practices in Louisiana offering this procedure.

NELA Dental continually adopts the latest technologies. By leveraging CAD (Computer Aided Design) and 3D printing, dental implants can be placed, and long-term temporary teeth can be printed and positioned in one day. This process enhances chewing ability and minimizes pain during healing, also allowing you to test your teeth before final placement.

Dental Anxiety?

Whether you're undergoing root canal therapy or a routine cleaning, sedation options are available. Sedation often enables patients to complete multiple procedures in a single visit, reducing both costs and the number of trips to the dentist. There are several types of sedation available to ensure you feel no pain during your procedure.

Inhalation sedation, commonly known as nitrous oxide or "laughing gas," involves the administration of a colorless and odorless gas through a small mask placed over the patient's nose. This method induces a state of relaxation and calmness, helping patients feel more comfortable and at ease during dental procedures.

Intravenous sedation, or IV sedation, is administered through a vein in your arm to induce drowsiness. IV sedation is an anti-anxiety medication, and its level can be adjusted to meet your needs, with most patients sleeping through the procedure.

Oral sedation involves taking a pill, making it easier to administer than other types of anesthesia. There is no needle involved, and it is equally effective as other sedation methods.
Oral sedation is an option for patients who may have anxieties about IV sedation, helping to alleviate fear and increase comfort. Various single or incremental doses can be used to medicate a patient during a dental procedure. These oral medications can help reduce the memory of the sights and smells of the dental office, preventing discomfort.

Patients deciding which sedation method is right for them should consider several factors, including their level of anxiety, the complexity of the dental procedure, their medical history, and personal preferences. It's essential for patients to communicate about their concerns, fears, and past experiences with dental treatments. Based on this information, the dentist can recommend the most suitable sedation option.


Start Smiling Today

A NELA Dental Smile begins with a single phone call. Whether you need dental implants or a checkup, visiting the dentist is crucial for maintaining overall good oral health. NELA Dental aims to make this financially easier for our patients. We offer membership plans to reduce the cost of dental treatment.

We accept most major dental insurance plans, third-party payments, and provide flexible financing options. Contact one of our convenient locations in Farmerville and Monroe to schedule your appointment today.