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Sedation options are available to help prevent pain, discomfort, and anxiety during your dental procedure. We offer several sedation options, and the right choice will depend on your personalized treatment plan, your comfort level, your individual needs, and the professional recommendation of your dentist or specialist.
Types of Sedation
We offer three types of dental sedation to help patients feel more relaxed and comfortable during treatment: nitrous oxide sedation, oral sedation, and IV sedation. Each option provides a different level of relaxation, and your dental team will help determine which approach is most appropriate for you.
Nitrous Oxide Sedation
Nitrous oxide, often called laughing gas, is a mild form of sedation that can help you feel calm and relaxed during your dental appointment. It is inhaled through a small mask placed over your nose. You remain awake and responsive throughout your treatment, and the effects wear off quickly once the nitrous oxide is stopped.
Oral Sedation
Oral sedation uses prescribed medication to help you feel deeply relaxed during your dental procedure. Depending on the medication and dosage, you may feel drowsy while remaining conscious and able to communicate with your dental team. Oral sedation can be a helpful option for patients who experience dental anxiety or feel nervous about treatment.
IV Sedation
IV sedation is administered through a vein, allowing the medication to take effect quickly and allowing your dental team to carefully monitor and adjust the level of sedation throughout your procedure. You remain relaxed and responsive, although you may feel very drowsy and may remember little about your appointment afterward. Because of the effects of IV sedation, you will need someone to drive you home following treatment.
The Benefits of Dental Sedation
Dental sedation can help make dental treatment a more comfortable and positive experience for patients who feel anxious, have difficulty sitting comfortably during longer procedures, or have other challenges that make dental care stressful.
Overcoming Dental Anxiety
Dental anxiety can sometimes feel more difficult than the treatment itself. It should not prevent you from receiving the dental care you need. Whether you experience mild nervousness or significant dental fear, talk with your dental team about your concerns. Sedation options can help you feel calmer and more comfortable during your appointment.
Make Time Fly By
Long dental procedures can feel overwhelming, especially when you need to remain in the dental chair for an extended period. Sedation can help you stay relaxed and make your appointment feel easier to manage. Some patients also find that they remember very little about their procedure afterward.
Tailored to Your Personal Needs
Every patient is different, which is why sedation options can be tailored to your individual needs and treatment. Sedation may be helpful for patients with a sensitive gag reflex, difficulty staying still, dental anxiety, or concerns about longer procedures. Your dentist will discuss your options with you and recommend the most appropriate type of sedation for your situation.
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