sedation dentistry

What is sedation dentistry?

Sedation dentistry is a type of dental work that involves administering a sedative drug to make a patient more comfortable during a procedure. Some common types of sedation dentistry include:

- Oral sedation

- IV sedation

- Conscious IV sedation

- Nitrous oxide gas

- General anesthesia

Sedation dentistry and laughing gas

Sedation dentistry is a type of dentistry in which a dentist uses sedatives to relax a patient before performing dental procedures. The sedatives are usually inhaled. This type of sedation dentistry is also known as laughing gas. Many dentists use laughing gas as a mild sedative.

Oral sedation

Many patients find sedation dentistry to be the best way to alleviate their dental anxiety. Sedation dentistry relaxes patients during their dental treatment so they can remain comfortable. Sedation dentistry techniques include oral sedation, nitrous oxide, and IV sedation.

Oral sedation involves an oral medication that is taken about an hour before the dental procedure. Oral sedation helps patients relax during their dental procedure, but patients are still conscious and can respond to commands.

IV sedation is performed with a sedative drug that is injected directly into a patient’s bloodstream. IV sedation is designed to quickly relax patients so that they can remain comfortable during their dental procedure.

Intravenous sedation

Laughing gas sedation is an easy way to alter your consciousness and knock out your dental anxiety. The gas is inhaled through a mask that covers your nose. Within minutes, you’ll feel the effects of the drug. You’ll feel lightheaded and euphoric, but you’ll remain awake. In fact, laughing gas is one of the safest forms of sedation dentistry.

General anesthesia

Under general anesthesia, patients are completely asleep. With general anesthesia, patients will have no memory of the procedure or recovery. This is the safest form of sedation dentistry.

Is sedation dentistry safe?

Yes, sedation dentistry is safe. Your dentist will carefully review your medical history and medications. If you are healthy enough for sedation dentistry, your dentist will prescribe the appropriate medication.

Is sedation dentistry expensive?

Dental sedation is not as expensive as you may think. Our dental team will help you get the care you need at a price you can afford. We understand that dental anxiety can be a big barrier to receiving dental care, and we do our best to help you overcome your fears.

Is sedation dentistry right for you?

Although sedation dentistry isn’t right for every patient, it can be just what you need to improve how you feel about visiting the dentist. In certain situations, such as when you are having a complex procedure, sedation dentistry can make your appointment smoother and less stressful. It can also help if you have anxiety about visiting the dentist, or if you need multiple procedures performed at one time.