Sedation dentistry uses medication to help patients relax during dental procedures, making it an excellent option for those with dental anxiety, fear, or difficulty sitting through treatment. It allows patients to receive necessary dental care comfortably while minimizing stress and discomfort.
Types of Sedation Dentistry:
- Nitrous Oxide (Laughing Gas) – A mild sedative inhaled through a mask, helping patients feel relaxed but still aware. It wears off quickly, allowing patients to drive home after their dental appointment.
- Oral Sedation – A prescribed pill taken before the appointment to induce a deeper state of relaxation. Patients may feel drowsy but remain conscious.
- IV Sedation – Administered through a vein for a more profound sedative effect. Patients may have little to no memory of the procedure.
- General Anesthesia – Used for complex procedures, rendering the patient completely unconscious. Normally performed in a hospital or surgery center setting.
Benefits for Anxious Dental Patients:
- Reduces fear and anxiety
- Minimizes discomfort and pain
- Helps patients with a strong gag reflex or difficulty sitting still
- Allows for longer procedures to be completed in fewer visits
- Improves the overall dental experience, encouraging regular care
Many patients who previously avoided the dentist due to anxiety find sedation dentistry life-changing, enabling them to maintain better oral health without stress. Here at LADD Dental Group, we provide both nitrous oxide and oral sedation, and a lot of our patients love these dental anxiety reducing solutions.
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