Sedation dentistry

What is sedation dentistry?

Dental sedation refers to the use of medicine to calm and relax a patient during a dental procedure. Patients with extreme anxiety or a strong gag reflex may also require sedation.

Sedation dentistry can be administered in one of two ways:

- Oral Sedation (pill)

- Nitrous Oxide (“laughing gas”)

How sedation dentistry works?

At South Ogden Smiles, we offer sedation dentistry to patients who have dental anxiety, have a hard time sitting still, or have other special needs. It’s common for patients who are undergoing lengthy procedures or who have extensive dental damage or decay to feel dental anxiety. When patients have dental anxiety, they may feel too nervous or scared to go to the dentist. At South Ogden Smiles, we offer sedation dentistry to help our patients feel calm and relaxed.

Is sedation dentistry safe?

Absolutely. Sedation dentistry is very safe, especially because professional dentists are administering it. The sedatives used in sedation dentistry are all administered orally, meaning no needles are involved. Once the sedation takes effect, you will remain conscious throughout the appointment but with reduced anxiety and stress.

Is sedation dentistry right for you?

Sedation dentistry uses medication to help patients relax during certain dental treatments.

It can be especially helpful for people who have dental anxiety or dental fear. The goal of sedation dentistry is to help you relax and feel calm during treatment.

Which types of sedation are there?

There are several types of sedation available. Some dentists offer inhaled sedation. This means that you receive nitrous oxide through a nosepiece. This is a type of inhalation sedation. Other dentists offer oral sedation. This means that you take a pill prior to your procedure. This is a form of oral sedation. Other dentists offer intravenous (IV) sedation. This means that you receive medicine through an IV tube. This is IV sedation.

What is oral sedation?

Oral sedation involves taking an oral medication prior to your appointment. The medication will help you feel calm and relaxed. Many patients don’t remember much of their procedure.

Oral sedation can help patients who experience moderate to severe anxiety, or who have dental fears. In order to have oral sedation, you’ll need to have approval from your dentist.

What is IV sedation?

This form of sedation dentistry is administered through an IV line. The patient will receive a small amount of medication through the IV that will make them relax, feel sleep, or almost feel like they’re in a trance or detached from their surroundings.

What is

Sedation dentistry refers to the use of sedative drugs to help patients relax during dental treatment. Dental anxiety is so prevalent, that sedation dentistry is often used to help patients relax during procedures. Sedation dentistry is sometimes referred to as sleep dentistry or relaxation dentistry.