Sedation dentistry is helpful for individuals who fear visiting the dentist. We find that some patients have a low pain tolerance, sensitive teeth, claustrophobia, or poor past experiences. Whatever the reason may be, we offer various degrees and types of sedation. Our doctors are highly trained and experienced in all types of sedation, so you can rest assured that your dental experience will be safe and comfortable.

How Sedation Dentistry Works

Sedation dentistry puts patients who suffer from dental anxiety into a relaxed state prior to and during dental procedures. Depending on your level of anxiety and person preference, we may subscribe oral sedation, nitrous oxide, or intra venous sedation. If subscribed oral sedatives, the medication should be taken the before the procedure. If you prefer Nitrous oxide, you’ll be given a mask that allows you breathe in the sedative agent. Also referred to as laughing gas, this form of sedation is one of the most commonly used methods of sedation. The last type of sedation dentistry is intra venous. Although intra venous produces similar effect to oral sedation, it requires more monitoring of the patient and dosage. During IV sedation, the patient’s reflexes and awareness are still intact.

Sedation Dentistry Benefits

Sedation dentistry offers patients an abundance of benefits, including little to pain. This tends to help relieve any anxiety or fear that patients feel leading up to their procedure. Time management is an addition major benefit. Because the patient isn’t fidgeting and feeling uncomfortable, our dentist will have an easier time focusing on the procedure and finishing it quickly and safely.

Contact Oral Health Center Today

We pride ourselves on giving our patients a place where they can become educated on the various types of dental services, receive the care they need, and feel comfortable. If you have questions or concerns about sedation dentistry, don’t hesitate to give us a call at 801-969-1800.