Countless millions of people struggle with some degree of dental anxiety or fear. If you are among them, you can be confident that our team has great compassion for you, and we do not want you to dread your visits to our Woodbridge office! That is why we offer convenient and effective sedation dentistry. With the help of sedation techniques, you may be able to stay calm and relaxed for even the most intensive procedures. How does sedation work, and what are its benefits? Continue reading below to find out, or contact us directly to request a consultation.
Nitrous oxide, also known as laughing gas, is administered through a special nasal mask. As you breathe it in, it induces feelings of calmness and relaxation. We can adjust your level of sedation throughout your procedure, and once we finish working on your smile, the effects of the nitrous oxide should wear off within minutes. That means you can go right back to your daily activities without worrying about being groggy or “out of it.”
Nitrous oxide is an excellent provision for patients who are interested in light sedation or who need treatments of moderate complexity.
With oral conscious sedation, all you have to do is take a prescribed pill shortly before your treatment is scheduled to begin. As the medication takes effect, you should start to feel calm, relaxed, and potentially somewhat drowsy. This option is more powerful than nitrous oxide, making it suitable for patients with a lot of anxiety or who need particularly complex care. You can expect to remain comfortable throughout your treatment.
The effects of oral conscious sedation can linger for several hours after your appointment, so you should arrange to have a trusted adult drive you to and from our office. Once it wears off, you may have no memory of your dental procedure.
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