If the thought of a dental visit fills you with dread, you are not alone. Fear of the dentist and fear of pain are more common than you might think. Main Street Dental Smiles offers sedation so you can relax in the chair and get the care you need.
What Is Sedation Dentistry, and Who Is It For?
Sedation uses medication to help you relax during treatment. It is a good fit for:
- Patients who feel very anxious or fearful about dental care
- Patients who have had a bad dental experience in the past
- Patients who have trouble getting numb
- Patients who need a long or complex procedure
- Patients with a strong gag reflex
- Patients with neck, jaw or back pain that makes sitting still hard
- Patients with behavioral needs who find it hard to sit still for long
Is It Safe?
Sedation has a very strong safety record when a trained dental professional provides it. As with any treatment, precautions matter: we review your health and your current medications first, follow all recommended safety protocols and monitor your vital signs throughout. Our team is well trained and experienced in dental sedation.
Types of Sedation We Offer
People call it sleep dentistry, but most patients stay awake and responsive.
- Nitrous oxide (laughing gas): a mild sedative mixed with oxygen and breathed through a mask. A local anesthetic handles any pain. It wears off completely once the mask comes off.
- Oral sedation: a pill taken the night before or the day of treatment. You feel relaxed and drowsy but stay conscious and able to follow directions. Most patients remember little of the visit.
- IV sedation: a deeper, closely monitored option. You feel relaxed and comfortable and have little or no memory of the procedure.
Sedation Dentistry in Whitesboro, TX
Do not let fear keep you from a healthy smile. Learn more about sedation dentistry, call (903) 564-3451 or contact us to talk through your options.