Sedation Dentist Peabody
Say “Goodbye” to Dental Anxiety
Are you nervous about visiting the dentist to the point that you put off treatment even if you know you really need it? This is all too common, but we’re able to help patients overcome their anxiety with sedation dentistry. It allows anyone to remain calm and relaxed in the dental chair and get what they need without stress. If you’re ready to have a different kind of dental experience, contact our sedation dentists at Peabody Smile Design today.
Why Choose Peabody Smile Design for Sedation Dentistry?
- Friendly & Compassionate Dental Team
- Very Competitive Dental Fees
- We Always Go at Your Pace
Who Is a Good Candidate for Sedation Dentistry?
We usually recommend sedation dentistry for patients who:
- Experience fear or anxiety in relation to dental care
- Have had previous negative dental experiences
- Don’t respond to numbing or anesthetic
- Have a sensitive gag reflex
- Have issues sitting still for a long time
- Experience pain when opening their mouth wide
- Need to undergo multiple procedures in a single visit
- Require oral surgery
Oral Conscious Sedation
On paper, oral conscious sedation dentistry sounds too good to be true for those who don’t like visiting the dentist. We’ll prescribe you an anti-anxiety medication to take on the day of your appointment, and we’ll time it so that you feel its full effects by the time you sit in the chair. You’ll remain awake but be very relaxed, and the appointment will feel like it’s over in a second. We can discuss which medication would be best for you and go over anything else we can do to make your visit comfortable before your procedure.
What Is Oral Conscious Sedation?
Oral conscious sedation is generally recommended for adults who have anxiety or fear related to the dental office. It is also sometimes of options for those who find it difficult to receive dental treatment for other reasons. There are no face masks or needles necessary. Instead, you are prescribed a small pill to take about an hour before your appointment. By the time your procedure begins, you will be perfectly relaxed and ready for your dental treatment.
How Does Oral Conscious Sedation Work?
Once the effects of the pill kick in, you will feel a deep sense of relaxation. Some patients don’t even remember their visit afterward. However, you will stay awake throughout the whole treatment, so you will still be able to answer questions and follow the instructions of the dental team. The effects of oral conscious sedation can linger, so you will need to arrange for a trusted friend or family member to take you to and from your appointment.
Who Is a Good Candidate for Oral Conscious Sedation?
If you have moderate to severe dental anxiety, or you have a significant amount of treatment to complete, oral conscious sedation can make it easier for us to complete more work in a shorter period of time. Patients who have overactive gag reflexes find that oral sedation allows them to relax their muscles and their thoughts enough to have the work they need to stay healthy without gagging. Many patients are so relaxed that they doze off. Oral conscious sedation is safe for most patients, but you will need a trusted friend or family member to drive you to and from your appointment.