Sedation Dentistry | Frequently Asked Questions
Are you afraid of the dentist? Leave your fear at home when you visit our Sedation Dentistry Practice. Sedation Dentistry is a safe and effective way of relieving the fear, pain and anxiety associated with going to the dentist. Below are some commonly asked questions related to sedation dentistry:Am I a good candidate for Sedation Dentistry?
What is the process?
Will I feel any pain?
Will I be unconscious?
Will I be monitored?
How long will I be relaxing?
Will someone need to accompany me?
What are the post-dental treatment effects?
Am I a good candidate for Sedation Dentistry?
If you have...
- A high fear of dental visits
- A prior traumatic experiences at the dentist
- A difficult time getting numb
- A dislike for the noises, smells and tastes associated with your visit
- Very sensitive teeth
- Complex dental problems
- A limited time to complete your dental care
- A fear of needles and shots
If you answered yes to any of the items above then contact us to learn if sedation dentistry is right for you and to get answers to all your dental sedation questions. Get a free sedation dentistry consultation here.
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What is the process?
You are given a small pill to take, prior to your dental appointment. Your companion will accompany you to the office. By the time you arrive you will be very drowsy.
When you arrive in our office, you will be escorted into the comfort room and placed on a monitor to watch your vital signs. After you are comfortable our sedation dentists will take care of your dental needs.
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Will I feel any pain?
Most of our patients feel no discomfort whatsoever during their treatment and feel surprisingly good afterwards.
Will I be unconscious?
No, you will be in a deeply relaxed state, and you will be responsive.
Will I be monitored?
Yes, one of our team is always with you and your vital signs are monitored during the entire visit. You are never left alone.
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How long will I be relaxing?
This depends on the type of treatment or treatments that we will be performing at your dental visit.
Will someone need to accompany me?
Yes, due to the sedative effects of the medication, you will need someone to drive you to our dental office and home again.
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What are the post-dental treatment effects?
It is imperative that the patient has a companion who is able to drive them home and stay with them until the Sedation fully wears off. Do not perform any strenuous or hazardous activities and do not drive a motor vehicle for the rest of the day. It is advised that the patient should not eat a heavy meal immediately. If the patient is hungry then they should eat something light like toast. If the patient experiences nausea, then a good tip is to lie down for a while or drink a glass of coke. Do not drink alcohol or take medications for the rest of the day. Always take medications as directed by your Dentist.
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Learn more about Sedation Dentistry and our Sedation Dentists here.
If you feel you are a good candidate for Sedation Dentistry and want to learn if sedation dentistry is right for you and to get answers to all your dental sedation questions, call us today at 1-888-440-9297 or get a free sedation dentistry consultation here.
