It used to be, those who didn’t like going to the dentist could stick it our and deal with the anxiety and pain, or not go to the appointment all together. While the latter may not be a good decision, if your anything like me, I still avoided going to the dentist. Until, the pain was unbearable, and by that time what would have been something simple is not a major
Sedation dentistry has helped get the oral health care I need and I stay relaxed and calm.
Sedation Dentistry
IV sedation is a form of care that involves a patient receiving medication through an IV that will place them in a restful dream-like state of sleep. The sedation is tailored individually to your specific needs.
These medications will help prevent pain, nausea, anxiety, and remembering your procedure. A highly trained nurse anesthesiologist who will be monitoring every breath and heartbeat during your procedure.
Sedation dentistry has many benefits
Having the patient stay relaxed and comfortable throughout the procedure is important for adults and children, but it is also important for the dentist as well.
Fewer dental problems
If you haven’t been to the dentist in a while because of fear and anxiety, you are putting yourself in danger for developing serious oral health issues. The longer you avoid your dental appointment, the more risk you have for dental and health issues.
Much less stress
The longer you put off those dental appointments, the more anxiety and fear build up. It can be almost paralyzing. But dental sedation can take all this away.
Easier appointments
When you have fear and anxiety, it can be difficult for the dentist to examine, clean, and perform procedures. IV sedation makes it easy and safer for the dentist to do any treatment because the patient won’t have any issues keeping their mouth open, sitting still in the chair, or stopping because of anxiety.
Millions of people all over the world experience dental anxiety, or worse, dental fear. Here at Blue Sky Anesthesia Associates, we have partnered with some of the top rated dentists in the New Hampshire, Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont areas. We offer a solution to manage your fear and anxiety, and provide you with the best dental and sedation care available. Simply put, sedation dentistry is a way to minimize and/or eliminate the pain and distress associated with some dental care.
