Most people feel some type of fear and anxiety about going to the dentist. But for some it can provoke severe apprehension, so much so, it can prevent them from getting the dental health care they need. Unfortunately, putting off going to the dentist can have devastating results. From severe dental infections, tooth loss, oral [...]
Dental anxiety can be a huge obstacle, one that seems impossible to overcome. Luckily, modern dentistry provides solutions to ensure you are relaxed and comfortable sitting in the dental chair. IV Sedation has become a very popular and safe way of handling dental anxiety and fear. Because of the intravenous nature of this sedation, it [...]
IV sedation has helped many adults and children get the dental care they need. Whether it is fear and anxiety, special needs, a disability, or a child who can’t sit still in the dental chair, IV sedation has proven to be very effective and safe when administered by a professional third party, such as a [...]
In last weeks. blog we talked about how IV sedation can help both adults and children get the dental care they need without the anxiety or pain. As with any procedures, even at the dentist, safety should always be a high priority. Many of us don't really question the dentist. They take some x-rays, perform [...]
General anesthesia, novocaine, and conscious IV sedation are different types of sedation used by dentist in New Hampshire, ….. depending on the needs of the patient and the procedure. If you or a loved one dreads going to the dentist, feel anxiety, have a phobia, extreme sensitivity, disability, special needs or a severe gag reflex, [...]
Many children feel apprehensive or anxious when they go to the dentist. That’s why IV sedation dentistry has become so popular. It allows younger patients to receive the dental care they need in a comfortable and relaxed environment. According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry: The goals of sedation in the pediatric patient for [...]
Unfortunately, dental fear and anxiety is very common. Keeping many adults and children from getting the oral health care they need. It could be from a past painful experience, difficult time sitting still for an extended period of time, a disability, special needs, or a gag reflex. With today’s research, we have found the connection [...]
When it comes to the health of your child, nothing else is more important. So, when your dentist tells you they need several procedures, your heart just drops. You know they won’t be able to sit through the treatments for one reason or another. It could be the fear of the sounds, lights, pain, or [...]
Simply put, sedation dentistry is a way to minimize and/or eliminate the pain and distress associated with some dental care. Both adults and children who experience anxiety when going to the dentist are a good candidate. If you have any of the following concerns or fears, ask your dentist about IV sedation for your next appointment. [...]
Most dentist today use local anesthesia to numb the affected area before doing a procedure on their patient. Unfortunately, there is more than just the physical pain of going to the dentist. There is also the emotions, nervousness, fear, and anxiety that go along with many dental appointments. Many of us choose to avoid the [...]
