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Posted by Nimesh Patel 2023-03-02
Oral sedation is a type of conscious sedative that is taken in the form of a pill by mouth. The pill will induce a relaxed, drowsy state to help you remain comfortable during your dental procedure. Oral sedation is often used in combination with nitrous oxide or IV sedation to fully sedate a patient for a lengthier treatment process. An oral medication isn’t as strong as other types of sedatives, so patients are still awake and able to respond to direction from the dentist during treatment. However, you may still experience some amnesia as well as an inability to remember parts of the dental procedure. Oral medications such as Valium are popular choices for this type of sedation dentistry. Many patients prefer this option because it is the most familiar option as most people have taken pills to relax before in the past. Pills are taken about an hour before your scheduled appointment. The effects of oral sedation can last several hours after your appointment has ended. If your dentist recommends this type of sedation, be sure to have a trusted adult drive you home after treatment.
Sometimes referred to as laughing gas, nitrous oxide is a safe and effective sedative agent that we use during some dental procedures. It is inhaled through a small nasal mask that is placed over your nose and mouth. You will be awake and responsive throughout the procedure but you will feel calm and will relax. At the end of your treatment, the mask will be taken off and you will return to a normal state of consciousness. The effects of nitrous oxide are quick wearing and you will be able to drive yourself home after your appointment. (440)-598-8780.
Intravenous sedation is the deepest level of sedation we offer at our dental office in Lakeland, Florida. With IV sedation, you will be taken into a separate room to snooze away while we work on your smile! We will monitor you with a heart monitor and pulse oximeter to ensure that your body can process the sedatives properly. We will give you a local anesthetic to numb you up before we begin your treatment. Feel free to bring a friend or family member to accompany you to your appointment. While you will be sleeping, they can help you drive home after your visit is complete. Your safety is our number one priority at Lakeside Family Dental! Feel free to ask us any questions that you may have about intravenous sedation when you come in for your visit. We’ll make sure to address any of your concerns in full detail so that you can make an informed decision about your dental care needs. We’re here to help you smile brighter than ever before with an improved set of teeth that are healthier than they’ve ever been before! Contact us today to schedule your appointment. We look forward to seeing you soon!
-Drs. Larry and Joanne Schendel
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