Sedation Dentistry
Do you fear dental procedures or appointments? Does the possibility of pain and potential discomfort deter you away from making regular visits or seeking treatment? Sedation dentistry can help you feel relaxed during your visits.
What is Sedation Dentistry?
Sedation dentistry in Saskatoon involves the administration of a drug before a dental procedure. There are multiple sedation options, which include:
Nitrous oxide: Laughing gas flows through a mask you will wear during your appointment to relax you during a procedure. The effects quickly dissipate after the mask is removed.
Oral sedation: Oral sedatives like diazepam, induce relaxation during your appointments. Typically, patients will take the oral sedative one hour before the procedure. Oral sedation will not put patients to sleep but will make them less anxious.
Intravenous Sedatives: This type of sedative is commonly known as “IV Sedative,” and how conscious you are varies depending on the stages. General anesthesia causes patients to fall into a deep sleep until the effects dissipate. Other IV sedatives can put you into a twilight sleep, which means patients feel tired and likely won’t remember much of their procedure once it’s complete.
We provide sedation dentistry in Saskatoon to give our patients peace of mind during their appointment. In addition to reducing dental anxiety, we also offer sedation to those who wish to undergo multiple procedures in one visit. Depending on the complexity of your procedure and the level of anxiety you have, our dentist will recommend the best sedation method for you.
Looking for sedation dentistry? We are happy to offer sedation dentistry in Saskatoon. If you have any questions or are interested in undergoing sedation during your next visit, please contact us. Visiting the dentist doesn’t have to be stressful. You can get the treatment you need without the added stress with sedation options.
Who Will Benefit from Sedation Dentistry?
Patients can benefit from sedation dentistry in Saskatoon for various reasons. Common reasons for sedation dentistry include:
- Phobia associated with dental procedures
- Past negative experiences with dental treatment
- Sensitive oral nerves
- Sensitive gag reflex
- Anxiety disorder
If you are interested in learning more about sedation dentistry in Saskatoon, SK, schedule an appointment today.