No, neither the checkup nor the cleaning should cause you any pain. We will always do everything we can to make sure you feel comfortable in the dental chair. You may feel some slight pressure on your teeth as one of our hygienists carefully scrapes plaque and tartar away, but you shouldn’t feel any pain. If you have sensitive teeth, and overreactive gag reflex, or a condition that makes sitting in the dental chair uncomfortable for you, we can discuss the possibility of making your appointments more pleasant with the help of nitrous oxide sedation.