Dental sedation is a technique that makes patients more comfortable during dental procedures. Our dentists can help you determine if dental sedation is a good option.
At Virginia Dental care, we do everything we can to help you feel relaxed and at ease during dental appointments. In addition to offering sedation options, we are happy to work at a pace that works for you, taking breaks when you need them.
Oral Sedation
Oral sedation dentistry is pills or liquids prescribed by the dentist. They are usually taken orally about an hour before the consultation. They keep patients awake during the dental procedure but produce a calming effect, helping our patients relax significantly.
Be aware that if you opt for this type of sedation, you cannot drive. You must therefore come accompanied to your appointment.
Sedation For Children
Dental procedures can be anxiety-provoking, even frightening for some children, especially young children. Our dental team aims to make all our young patients comfortable. However, sometimes this is not enough, and we will use sedation to help your child stay calm and relaxed.
Sedation is safe for children, and our dental team will discuss all available sedation options for your child well in advance.
Oral Sedation and Intravenous Conscious Sedation
Many patients dread going to see the dentist. These fears are the cause of many postponements of appointments and sometimes cancellations. Your specialist dentist has received extensive training in pain and anxiety management. These measures usually include local anesthesia or, when the procedure is longer or more complicated, other methods to help ensure patient comfort. These techniques include the administration of sedatives by mouth, inhalation or intravenously. Usually, one or more drugs are given intravenously to produce a state of calm and relaxation. While remaining aware of his surroundings, in many cases, the patient will not remember the intervention. Your specialist dentist will discuss your anesthetic options in detail before your procedure, explaining the risks and benefits of each approach. Fear not; the goal is to provide a safe and comfortable experience.
Good Reasons To Consider Sedation Dentistry
Do not be ashamed if you are one of the large numbers of people who do not wish to receive dental treatment. Many people feel some discomfort about having surgeries and extractions. The good news is that sedation dentistry is available and may be perfect for you and your situation. Sedation Pain Free dentistry is a procedure that involves intravenous sedation, oral sedation, or nitric oxide, which is an anesthetic agent that you can inhale. Here’s why these methods might work for you.
You Feel Immediate Effects
You will feel the effects immediately if you choose IV sedation or nitric oxide. This immediate relief from discomfort will enhance your experience and make it enjoyable.
Very Few Side Effects
Dental sedation will not plague you with many unwanted side effects. Thus, you will resume your normal activities on the same day. You will not risk wasting time at work or with your family.
Effective Pain and Anxiety Relief
Self-administered sedation will alter your brain activity for a short time. You won’t be able to feel pain or anxiety during this time. Instead, you’ll be very calm and might even feel like laughing.
Your Dental Procedure Takes Less Time
One of the best reasons you should choose sedation dentistry is that it will reduce your time with the dentist. Sedation products start working immediately so the dentist can get right to work. Then, the dentist’s hard work will speed up the process, and you’ll be done with the procedure in no time.
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