Sedation Dentistry
You No Longer Have to Be Afraid

Anxious patients no longer have to be afraid of the dentist. The dental care you need can be completed while you are completely relaxed and comfortable. It IS possible for you to smile with confidence and chew without pain.

Oral sedation dentistry is the use of oral sedation medications administered before (and sometimes during) a dental procedure to relax and calm you.

There are many benefits to oral sedation dentistry. Sedation with oral medications means there are no needles. You do not actually sleep during treatment, but you will be sedated enough to make you extremely at ease. By the next day, most patients remember little-to-nothing of the time they spent in the dental chair. Gone are memories of the office’s sights, sounds and smells are often traumatizing to people.

With sedation dentistry, time seems to pass very quickly, so hours feel like minutes. Oral sedation enables your dentist to work more efficiently and complete more treatment in fewer visits. It’s a great option if you need a large amount of dental care completed at one time. Many dental procedures can be completed with the help of sedation dentistry, including crown work, routine extractions, dentures, filling cavities, gum care, tooth whitening, bonding, and typical hygiene.

Treatment

After a consultation and health history review are completed, you and Dr. Beshar will decide on a treatment plan that’s right for you. (He will select the best oral sedation medications and doses to meet your individual needs. Often a pill is given to take the night before the appointment. You will arrive at the office already feeling relaxed. Once there, Dr. Beshar will administer more medication.

Who Can Benefit From Oral Sedation Dentistry?

People who:

• Suffer from dental phobia or anxiety
• Experienced traumatic past dental treatments
• Do not get numb easily
• Have extremely sensitive teeth
• Need a large amount of dental work completed
• Gag easily
• Fear needles
• Dislike the sights, sounds, and smells associated with dental treatment
• Are embarrassed about the amount of dental work needed

Common Questions:

Q. Will I be unconscious?
A. No. You will be in an extremely relaxed state and will most likely not remember the appointment. However, you will be conscious and responsive the entire time.

Q. Will someone need to accompany me to my appointment??
A. Yes, you will need someone to pick you up from your appointment.

Q. How long will I remain sedated after my appointment?
A. Each person’s recovery time is different based on their body as well as the medications and dosages used. Plan on relaxing at home for the remainder of the day after your appointment. Have your companion stay with you until you are fully recovered.

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