Sedation Dentistry

Eastampton Dentist

Sedation dentistry is a term used to describe the utilization of medication on a patient during a dental procedure. This medication is used to help you enter a highly relaxed state during treatment, providing a more positive dental care experience. You should feel safe and comfortable throughout your procedure and sedation dentistry can help achieve that.

The sedatives used in sedation dentistry:

  • Generally have no lingering aftereffects
  • Are used in conjunction with local anesthetics to ensure your total comfort
  • Are a safe and effective way to ensure you can relax during treatment
  • Are administered by trained and certified professionals

There are several excellent benefits to selecting sedation dentistry for use in your procedure. Some of these include:

  • Sedation dentistry provides a gentle, soothing experience that can help you overcome dental anxiety or dental phobia.
  • Sedation allows your body to relax more completely, increasing the effectiveness of local anesthesia.
  • Sedation reduces the sensation of passing time, which can be very useful if you need a complex procedure or multiple procedures done in a single sitting.
  • Sedation’s relaxing effects also prevent your muscles from stiffening or becoming sore due to spending extended periods of time in one position.

There are several reasons why many of our patients choose sedation dentistry. The most common reasons include:

  • Dental Anxiety or Dental Phobia
  • Fear of needles, commonly used in local anesthetics and IV sedation
  • Low pain tolerance
  • Sensitive teeth or gums
  • Problematic gag reflex
  • Difficulty getting or staying numb
  • Hyperactivity
  • Time constraints requiring multiple or complex procedures to be completed within fewer sittings

We ensure the best fit for each patient by offering three different types of sedation dentistry: Nitrous Oxide, Oral Conscious Sedation, and IV Sedation. Whichever you use, your sedation will be closely monitored by expertly trained and experienced dental professionals to ensure your safety and comfort at all times.

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