Our dentists can help calm your nerves and reduce Sedation Dentistry in
FallRiver, MA to Help You Relax
Our dentists can help calm your nerves and reduce your anxiety during a visit to our dentists in FallRiver, MA by using sedation dentistry.
What to Expect
Sedation dentistry is used to help patients relax and minimize their anxiety while going through various dental treatments and procedures. Sedation dentistry is the use of oral medications or conscious sedation (IV medications).
Before Treatment
Before you start a dental treatment, you and your dentist will decide whether or not you want to use sedation dentistry and what type of sedation dentistry is best for you. There are two types of dental sedation: conscious sedation, and oral sedation.
During Treatment
There are two types of dental sedation: Mild sedation is the most common form, often given as nitrous oxide. It is used for routine dental work, implant placement, extractions, and cosmetic dentistry. This form of sedation is with the use of a gas (nitrous oxide) that is breathed in through a mask during your procedure. Medium sedation is a heavier level of sedation used for more involved and intensive dental procedures. It is typically administered orally (pill form a few hours before the procedure) and can be used for most dental procedures. It can also be administered in the office through an IV (Intravenous conscious sedation).
After Treatment
After having a dental procedure done with sedation, you will likely feel very drowsy. Driving after using the medium sedation dentistry option is not advised, so you will need a familiar person to transport you home.If you choose to use the form of mild sedation with nitrous oxide, you will not experience drowsiness afterward, so you will typically be able to drive yourself after your procedure.
Your Smile, Our Priority
If you haven’t used sedation while having dental procedures before, you may be nervous. However, the goal of our team is to help relieve your anxiety during a dental procedure. Your dentist and the other dental staff will guide you through each step of the dental sedation process. They will answer all your questions to relieve your anxiety and enable you to receive the care you need.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How Long Does Dental Sedation Last?
You will be sedated for the duration of your dental procedure, which depends on the type of treatment you have done. However, if you take an oral sedative, the effects may last longer than the actual treatment.
Will I remember my dental procedure during sedation dentistry?
Sometimes patients remember their procedure, but these memories are often fuzzy and unclear.
What are some common side effects of dental sedation?
You may feel nauseous, groggy, or have a dry mouth.
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