Feel Calm And Comfortable During Your Dental Visit
Local anaesthetic and sedation options can help reduce pain, discomfort, and dental anxiety during your treatment. Depending on your procedure and individual needs, different options may be used on their own or together for greater comfort. Your dentist will recommend the approach that best suits your treatment, comfort level, and overall needs.
Types Of Sedation
Dental comfort options generally fall into three main categories. Your treatment area can be numbed with local freezing, medication can help you stay awake while feeling deeply relaxed, or deeper sedation can allow you to sleep through your procedure. Here’s a closer look at each option:
Local Freezing
Local freezing is a common and effective way to keep treatment comfortable. Your dentist will gently numb the area being treated using a local anaesthetic. You may notice some pressure or movement, but you should not feel pain during the procedure.
Sedation
Sedation can be provided with prescription medication, laughing gas, or medication delivered through an IV. Depending on the level used, you can remain awake and responsive while feeling calm and relaxed. Sedation is also commonly paired with local freezing for added comfort.
Sleep Dentistry
Deep sedation or general anaesthesia can make you very drowsy or cause you to sleep during treatment. Some patients may have little or no memory of the procedure afterwards. You may continue feeling sleepy as the effects wear off, so you will need someone to drive you home and remain with you after your appointment.
How Dental Sedation Can Make Treatment More Comfortable
Sedation can make dental care easier for patients who experience anxiety, discomfort, or other challenges during appointments. By helping you feel more relaxed, sedation may make it easier to receive the treatment you need. Some of the benefits include:
Feel More At Ease
Feeling nervous about visiting the dentist is common, and you do not have to manage that feeling alone. Sedation can help ease dental anxiety and create a calmer experience, making it easier to move forward with important treatment. Let our team know if fear or stress has been keeping you away from the dentist.
Stay Comfortable During Longer Appointments
Some dental procedures require you to spend more time in the dental chair. Sedation can help you remain calm and comfortable throughout a longer appointment. Many patients also find that the time seems to pass more quickly when they are relaxed.
Support Your Individual Comfort Needs
Everyone experiences dental treatment differently. Sedation may be helpful for patients with a strong gag reflex, difficulty sitting still, or other concerns that can make dental visits challenging. Your dentist can discuss your needs and determine whether sedation is an appropriate option for your care.
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