Receiving the necessary dental treatments can be a challenge for some. That is due to the fear, anxiety, or phobia they have developed. Some factors can cause this condition which includes experience, fear of needles, embarrassment, and a few more. Good thing that a solution has been developed to help patients in dealing with these negative emotions to receive their needed treatments. We at All Smiles Bethesda understands that there are patients with special needs which requires specific treatments. Sedation dentistry is made available to every patient for them to receive painless,worry-free, and comfortable dental treatments.
What is Sedation Dentistry?
Sedation Dentistry allows anyone to receive the dental treatments needed without triggering any negative emotions like anxiety or fear. It is performed by using medications which can safely induce a feeling of comfort and relaxation. Sedation can either be provided before or during the dental procedures to ensure its optimum results.
Sedation dentistry can also be referred to as sleep dentistry, but it can be misleading. Most dental treatments leave the patient’s conscious and alert during the procedure without feeling any pain or discomfort.
Types of Sedation Dentistry Options
- Inhalation Sedation
As its name implies, it is a type of sedation where it uses an inhalable gas in the form of Nitrous Oxide mixed with oxygen. The gas used is safe, colorless, nonflammable, with a sweet odor and taste. It is ideal for people who are usually afraid of undergoing dental treatments that involve the use of needles or dental apparatus. Inhalation sedation or Laughing gas is administered by using a mask placed over the nose of the patient.
- Local Anesthesia
It is a type of sedation that numbs the specific area in the mouth that would receive the treatment. Local anesthesia is administered by using an injection, but to make it more comfortable a topical anesthetic is applied before the procedure to numb the treated area.
Benefits of Sedation Dentistry
- Comfort is guaranteed during the whole procedure.
- It lets the dentists perform their work more effectively and efficiently.
- Patient’s can receive the necessary dental treatments they need without worries, discomfort, fear, and anxiety.
- It is ideal for anyone especially those with special needs.
- Helps patients cope with the negative feelings they have for any types of dental treatments.
Whatever type of Sedation is used, it is guaranteed to provide the needed easiness and comfort of the patient to undergo dental treatments. Depending on the duration and number of treatment, the dentist can perform any adjustments with the dosage to ensure total comfort all throughout.
Everyone deserves an anxious-free, comfortable, and worry-free dental experience. Avail of our Sedation Dentistry Services in North Bethesda. Book your appointment with us at All Smiles Bethesda!