You do not have to develop unnecessary anxiety as you worry about all the needles and drills the dentist may use on you. With sedation dentistry, you can find a way to make the dental visits a less frightening experience. It basically involves use of sedatives during the dental procedures so that you or your children are calm. You should remember that sudden movements during a procedure may cause an injury to either you or the dentist due to the nature of tools involved.
Sedation dentistry is used for various dental services. It could range from dental implants to root canal procedures. You should consult with your dentist first so that you know which is the right step for you. Nowadays it is possible for the sedatives to taken through the mouth in form of tablets or solutions. They can also be inhaled in gaseous form. The effects differ from patient to patient and you do not have to be unconscious after getting the sedatives. Some of the sedatives just help you to remain calm but conscious.
The dentist will determine the anxiety levels of the patient as well as the levels of pain expected from the procedure. The medical history of the patient will also influence the decision to use sedatives. The type of sedation to be used and its likely side effects on the patient will also be discussed.
A cosmetic dentist can recommend use of sedatives if the procedure is going to take a long period of time. This will make the whole procedure feel like it took just a few minutes. Procedures such as dental bonding which require realignment of teeth may also require sedatives to lessen the possible pain. Other services such as placing of dental veneers might not be as complex and might not require use of sedatives. When you have had a painless experience at the dentist, you are more likely to gather more confidence for your next visit.
Apart from actual pain relief, it has a placebo effect on the patients who relax more during the procedure if they are assured that they are under sedation.