Sedation dentistry provides a relaxing and anxiety-free environment for dental procedures. At Shalimar Family Dentistry in Tempe, we provide safe sedation treatment so that you no longer experience the fear associated with going to the dentist. You can receive the dental care you need without any unnecessary stress or anxiety.
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What is Sedation Dentistry?
Sedation is used to relax patients before a dental procedure. Sedative drugs are administered to patients to create easy and efficient dental care. Local anesthetics are also used at the location in the mouth to block pain receptors from reaching the affected teeth and gums. At Shalimar Family Dentistry, we offer oral conscious and IV sedation to ensure the comfort of our patients.
- Oral conscious sedation involves taking medication in pill form to achieve the appropriate level of sedation. By using oral sedation, patients are able to remain conscious and are able to respond to commands without experiencing any pain. Oral sedation may remain in your system after your dental procedure is complete. It is important that you have a friend or loved one assist you after receiving oral sedation to take you to and from the dentist office.
- IV sedation involves the use of an IV to achieve a level of sedation that adequately reduces the anxiety of the patient. With IV sedation, different levels of consciousness can be managed depending on the amount of anesthesia used. Patients can range from merely feeling relaxed to being unresponsive. For IV sedation, it is also important to have a friend or loved one assist you once your dental treatment is complete as IV sedation can still remain in your system.
What Are the Benefits of Sedation?
With our sedation techniques, you will feel as if your dental procedure lasted only minutes. Sedation dentistry is a safe procedure, and at Shalimar Family Dentistry, we create the comfort needed when undergoing long and complex processes so that you no longer feel afraid of visiting the dentist. Sedation dentistry allows for the completion of multiple procedures in one sitting. Because of our effective sedation techniques, our patients are less likely to experience anxiety and thus more likely to maintain proper oral health.
Who Benefits from Sedation Dentistry?
Whether you simply cannot tolerate pain or fear sitting in a dentist chair, sedation dentistry can help make your dental care easier. In order to provide the necessary care, we collect your medical history during an exam to determine which sedation method is right for you. Call us to schedule an appointment and see if sedation is a the right option for you. At Shalimar Family Dentistry, we provide sedation options based on your specific needs. We provide safe and regulated sedation that will leave you relaxed and comfortable.