Dental-phobic Patients can Enjoy Dentistry with Safe and Effective Sedation Dental Care
Visiting the dentist might not be on your list of favorite activities. However, with sedation dental care in Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan, you can find comfort and ease in dental visits. Dental anxiety is real and affects millions of Americans. This fear of the dentist can range from mild uneasiness to complete fear, resulting in dental avoidance. Faircourt Dental offers sedation dental care to ensure everyone has a comfortable experience in our office. Whether your dental anxiety stems from fear of needles, past traumatic experiences, or simply from fear of the unknown, schedule an appointment with Dr. Sabrina Salim for effective sedation dental care.
Who needs sedation dentistry?
Dental sedation takes the edge off your treatments to ensure you have a comfortable, fear-free experience. This means you no longer have to avoid dental appointments. Sedation dentistry overcomes your fears, allowing you to remain calm in the dental chair as the dentist works on you.
But who needs sedation dentistry? If you experience the following, visit our office today for sedation dentistry.
- Dental anxiety, which manifests as a racing heart, sweaty palms, or sleepless nights
- Low pain tolerance
- A sensitive gag reflex
- Inability to stay for long in the dental chair
- Fear of dental noises, smells, and sights
How does dental sedation work?
Dental sedation helps patients relax and feel comfortable during dental procedures. It works by using medication to reduce anxiety, pain, and discomfort, making the experience much more manageable. Depending on your needs and the procedure at hand, there are several sedation levels, ranging from mild relaxation to deep sedation.
What are the different sedation dentistry options?
Sedation dentistry offers several options to provide a solution for every smile. Here are the standard sedation options.
- Nitrous oxide: Inhalation sedation uses a colorless and odorless gas (nitrous oxide) to overcome dental anxiety. The nitrous oxide is administered through a nasal mask that fully covers the nose. Once the gas is inhaled, the sedation effects take immediate effect and last as long as the mask is in place. Nitrous gas leaves your body immediately after removing the mask.
- Oral sedation: This sedation involves taking a simple pill to keep you relaxed as the dentist works on you. The sedative pill is taken about an hour before your appointment, so by the time you sit in the dental chair, you’ll feel calm and at ease. Oral sedation doesn’t put you to sleep; you’ll stay awake and be able to communicate with the dental team. However, since the effects of the sedation last after the procedure, you must have someone accompany you to and from the office.
- IV sedation: A stronger form of sedation that is administered directly to the bloodstream through an IV line in your hand. IV sedation can be adjusted from mild to moderate to deep sedation based on your anxiety level.
Ready to conquer your dental fears?
Have you been avoiding the dentist because of dental fear? A visit to your dentist doesn’t have to be scary. Sedation dentistry from Faircourt Dental overcomes your worries and ensures you enjoy dentistry. Call (313) 889-7007 to learn more about our sedation dentistry options.
