Sedation Dentistry

Dental anxiety is a common issue that many people experience. Some people avoid going to the dentists altogether due to their fear and discomfort. However, dental anxiety should not keep anyone from receiving the necessary dental treatment. This is where sedation dentistry can help. 

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What is Sedation Dentistry?

Sedation dentistry involves the use of medication to help patients feel more relaxed and comfortable during dental procedures. It is an effective way to manage dental anxiety and help patients receive the necessary dental treatment without discomfort or fear.

Types of Sedation

There are several types of sedation used in dentistry, including:



  • Nitrous Oxide Sedation: Also known as "laughing gas," nitrous oxide is a gas that is inhaled through a mask. It provides a feeling of euphoria and relaxation, and the effects wear off quickly after the mask is removed.


  • Oral Sedation: This involves taking a prescribed medication before the dental procedure to help the patient feel relaxed and comfortable. The medication is usually taken in pill form and can range from mild to moderate sedation.

Types of Sedation

There are several types of sedation used in dentistry, including:



  • Nitrous Oxide Sedation: Also known as "laughing gas," nitrous oxide is a gas that is inhaled through a mask. It provides a feeling of euphoria and relaxation, and the effects wear off quickly after the mask is removed.


  • Oral Sedation: This involves taking a prescribed medication before the dental procedure to help the patient feel relaxed and comfortable. The medication is usually taken in pill form and can range from mild to moderate sedation.

Benefits of Sedation Dentistry

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Reduced Anxiety:

Sedation dentistry can help alleviate dental anxiety and make it easier for patients to receive the necessary dental treatment.

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Pain Relief:

Sedation can help reduce or eliminate pain during dental procedures, making it a more comfortable experience for patients.

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Better Oral Health:

With the help of sedation, patients can receive necessary dental treatment without fear, which leads to better oral health overall.

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Faster Dental Procedures:

With sedation, one of our dentist’s can complete dental procedures more efficiently, meaning fewer appointments and less time spent in our chair.

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Increased Comfort:

Sedation dentistry can help patients feel more comfortable and relaxed during dental procedures, resulting in a more positive dental experience.

A black and white drawing of a tooth on a white background.

Reduced Anxiety:

Sedation dentistry can help alleviate dental anxiety and make it easier for patients to receive the necessary dental treatment.

A black and white drawing of a tooth on a white background.

Pain Relief:

Sedation can help reduce or eliminate pain during dental procedures, making it a more comfortable experience for patients.

A black and white drawing of a tooth on a white background.

Better Oral Health:

With the help of sedation, patients can receive necessary dental treatment without fear, which leads to better oral health overall.

A black and white drawing of a tooth on a white background.

Faster Dental Procedures:

With sedation, one of our dentist’s can complete dental procedures more efficiently, meaning fewer appointments and less time spent in our chair.

A black and white drawing of a tooth on a white background.

Increased Comfort:

Sedation dentistry can help patients feel more comfortable and relaxed during dental procedures, resulting in a more positive dental experience.

3 Ways Nitrous Oxide Eases Your Dental Anxiety

Does the thought of going to see the dentist stress you out? Are you worried that your appointment will be painful? Do the sights and sounds of the dental office make you cringe? You sound like an ideal candidate for nitrous oxide, a type of mild sedation that helps you relax in the dentist’s chair. Here are three ways nitrous oxide sedation can help calm your dental anxiety.

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Takes effect immediately, but has no side effects. “Laughing gas” is a combination of oxygen and nitrous oxide breathed in through your nose during your procedure. Because this sedation is inhaled, it will cause you to feel comfortable and relaxed within minutes. Once the nose piece is removed, you simply need to breathe normally to remove any nitrous oxide from your system. You may even be able to drive yourself home after your appointment since you won’t experience a “hangover” aftereffect!

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The level of sedation can be customized based on your needs. A trained professional will be able to increase or decrease the depth of your nitrous oxide sedation. This will ensure that you will experience the maximum levels of relaxation throughout your appointment. You will, however, still be able to breathe on your own and maintain bodily control, including any communication with your dentist. You might still fall asleep during your appointment!

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Safe and effective for both adults and children. Nitrous oxide does not contain any allergens or additives. Most individuals can safely receive nitrous oxide sedation when it is administered by a trained professional. However, you may not qualify for this type of sedation if you have emphysema, chest problems, M.S., or other problems that can lead to difficulty breathing.

3 Ways Nitrous Oxide Eases Your Dental Anxiety

Does the thought of going to see the dentist stress you out? Are you worried that your appointment will be painful? Do the sights and sounds of the dental office make you cringe? You sound like an ideal candidate for nitrous oxide, a type of mild sedation that helps you relax in the dentist’s chair. Here are three ways nitrous oxide sedation can help calm your dental anxiety.

1

Takes effect immediately, but has no side effects. “Laughing gas” is a combination of oxygen and nitrous oxide breathed in through your nose during your procedure. Because this sedation is inhaled, it will cause you to feel comfortable and relaxed within minutes. Once the nose piece is removed, you simply need to breathe normally to remove any nitrous oxide from your system. You may even be able to drive yourself home after your appointment since you won’t experience a “hangover” aftereffect!

2

The level of sedation can be customized based on your needs. A trained professional will be able to increase or decrease the depth of your nitrous oxide sedation. This will ensure that you will experience the maximum levels of relaxation throughout your appointment. You will, however, still be able to breathe on your own and maintain bodily control, including any communication with your dentist. You might still fall asleep during your appointment!

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Safe and effective for both adults and children. Nitrous oxide does not contain any allergens or additives. Most individuals can safely receive nitrous oxide sedation when it is administered by a trained professional. However, you may not qualify for this type of sedation if you have emphysema, chest problems, M.S., or other problems that can lead to difficulty breathing.

Healthy Smiles, Without Fear

The sights, sounds and smells of a dental office can trigger low-level anxiety for many. In some cases, though, that fear can cause patients to avoid the dentist altogether, leading to degrading oral and overall health. But what if we could replace that unease with a sense of calm and receive care in an empathetic and stress-free environment? Our team at Ayrsely Family Dentistry offers oral sedation for our Charlotte, NC community to ensure dental anxiety and fear don’t prevent you from receiving the dental care you need.

What Is Oral Sedation?

Oral conscious sedation helps manage the fear or anxiety many associate with the dentist. This treatment offers a more potent effect than nitrous oxide but without the needles required by IV sedation. As a form of “conscious sedation,” most patients remain awake during their treatment but they may feel drowsy. We know you may be hesitant to receive treatment but feel confident knowing that oral sedation is regulated by the FDA and prescribed by your dentist. Depending on the medicine prescribed, it is typically taken by mouth about an hour before your visit to ensure maximum relaxation during your treatment. We’ll review everything you can expect from your experience during your consultation, including the need to coordinate having a friend or family member drive you to and from your appointment.

What Is Oral Sedation?

Oral conscious sedation helps manage the fear or anxiety many associate with the dentist. This treatment offers a more potent effect than nitrous oxide but without the needles required by IV sedation. As a form of “conscious sedation,” most patients remain awake during their treatment but they may feel drowsy. We know you may be hesitant to receive treatment but feel confident knowing that oral sedation is regulated by the FDA and prescribed by your dentist. Depending on the medicine prescribed, it is typically taken by mouth about an hour before your visit to ensure maximum relaxation during your treatment. We’ll review everything you can expect from your experience during your consultation, including the need to coordinate having a friend or family member drive you to and from your appointment.

Why Patients Request Oral Sedation

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Calming:

Treats mild to moderate dental anxiety.

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Awake and Responsive:

You may feel drowsy and doze off, but you can stay awake and in control throughout treatment.

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Amnesia Effect:

Many don’t remember their treatment.

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Noninvasive:

No needles required!

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Convenient:

It’s as easy as taking a pill.

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Noninvasive:

No needles required!

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Convenient:

It’s as easy as taking a pill.

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