Sedation Dentistry - what are my options?
- sedation dentistry
Dental
anxiety is a very real problem, and one that keeps millions of patients
from seeking regular care each year. That’s why we offer sedation dentistry.
With sedation dentistry, patients who have put off checkups and cleanings in the past because of anxiety can finally experience relaxing treatment that will help them achieve their optimal oral health.
Three Options to Choose From
The first option is nitrous oxide, better known as “laughing gas.” Nitrous oxide is administered through a breathing mask and wears off quickly, allowing you to drive yourself home afterwards. It’s completely safe for adults and children alike, and is a great choice for patients who want to remain conscious during their appointment.
Oral sedation, our second option, is administered in the form of a small pill you’ll take before your appointment. Like nitrous oxide, it’s powerful enough to induce feelings of relaxation yet light enough for you to remain conscious during your appointment. Unlike nitrous oxide, though, oral sedation takes longer to wear off, so you’ll need a friend or family member to drive you home afterwards.
Combination of or sedation and nitrous oxide
is our third, and most powerful, option for patients. The combination
makes patients feel very relaxed. They often fall asleep during the
appointment and wakes up at the end of treatment. You’ll need someone
with you to drive you home once your appointment is finished.
Any Questions about Sedation Dentistry?
If you want to know how you can have a more comfortable, relaxing dental visit with sedation dentistry, contact us .
With sedation dentistry, patients who have put off checkups and cleanings in the past because of anxiety can finally experience relaxing treatment that will help them achieve their optimal oral health.
Three Options to Choose From
The first option is nitrous oxide, better known as “laughing gas.” Nitrous oxide is administered through a breathing mask and wears off quickly, allowing you to drive yourself home afterwards. It’s completely safe for adults and children alike, and is a great choice for patients who want to remain conscious during their appointment.
Oral sedation, our second option, is administered in the form of a small pill you’ll take before your appointment. Like nitrous oxide, it’s powerful enough to induce feelings of relaxation yet light enough for you to remain conscious during your appointment. Unlike nitrous oxide, though, oral sedation takes longer to wear off, so you’ll need a friend or family member to drive you home afterwards.
Any Questions about Sedation Dentistry?
If you want to know how you can have a more comfortable, relaxing dental visit with sedation dentistry, contact us .