{"id":1236,"date":"2022-08-19T11:08:58","date_gmt":"2022-08-19T18:08:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lambtonfamilydental.com\/blog\/?p=1236"},"modified":"2025-10-11T09:09:32","modified_gmt":"2025-10-11T16:09:32","slug":"is-sedation-dentistry-right-for-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lambtonfamilydental.com\/blog\/is-sedation-dentistry-right-for-you\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Sedation Dentistry Right for You?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some people dislike dental trips. Several factors, such as past unpleasant experiences, tooth sensitivity, and smell aversion, can make a person feel anxious about visiting the dentist. However, several solutions are offered by the dentist to make the patient feel comfortable during the dental procedure. That being said, there is no reason to avoid routine dental visits. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.colgate.com\/en-us\/oral-health\/gum-disease\/how-poor-dental-care-can-affect-your-overall-health\"><b>Neglecting professional dental care<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and treatment can only lead to more serious oral health issues down the line.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"tel:5193445747\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1215 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/lambtonfamilydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/1.jpg\" alt=\"1\" width=\"728\" height=\"95\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lambtonfamilydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/1.jpg 728w, https:\/\/lambtonfamilydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/1-300x39.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 728px) 100vw, 728px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dental health professionals work hard to dispel anxiety to ensure that patients will 1quality dental care on time. Although regular brushing and flossing are parts of good oral hygiene, avoiding regular dental check-ups can put you at risk of tooth decay and gum disease. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lambtonfamilydental.com\/sedation\/\"><b>Sedation dentistry<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is one of the best ways to dispel anxiety and make patients feel calm and relaxed in the dental chair while getting the treatment they need.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>What Is Sedation Dentistry?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1238\" src=\"https:\/\/lambtonfamilydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Dental-sedation-allows-the-dentist-to-perform-dental-work-while-the-patient-is-asleep.jpg\" alt=\"Dental sedation allows the dentist to perform dental work while the patient is asleep\" width=\"900\" height=\"540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lambtonfamilydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Dental-sedation-allows-the-dentist-to-perform-dental-work-while-the-patient-is-asleep.jpg 900w, https:\/\/lambtonfamilydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Dental-sedation-allows-the-dentist-to-perform-dental-work-while-the-patient-is-asleep-300x180.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lambtonfamilydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Dental-sedation-allows-the-dentist-to-perform-dental-work-while-the-patient-is-asleep-768x461.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Feeling restless or on-edge should not prevent you from getting dental treatment and preserving your long-term oral health. Dental sedation helps eliminate uneasiness, stress, and reflexes that trigger sudden movements that can interrupt the procedure.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A licensed Sarnia dentist will administer a drug that will make you feel relaxed or even ease you into a comfortable, deep sleep. It enables the dental professional to carry out the dental work smoothly and ensure the success of the procedure, especially challenging ones.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Combining the sedation drug with a local or general anesthetic numbs the surgical site and relaxes your facial muscles and jaw, allowing the dentist to carry out the procedure easily.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Who Can Have Dental Sedation?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sedation dentistry benefits people who dislike going to the dentist. Here are several conditions that make dental sedation a good choice:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Phobia related to dental treatments<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sensitive oral nerves<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patients with a small mouth that become sore during the procedure<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Resistance to local anesthetic<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extremely sensitive teeth<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Uneasy on the dental chair<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Low pain threshold<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bad gag reflex<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Major dental work<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">General anxiety disorder<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If some of these factors prevent you from getting dental care, consult a Sarnia dentist about sedation dentistry. If you need dental work, such as tooth extractions, root canals, or dental implantation, dental sedation can help you relax during the procedure.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Types of Sedation Dentistry<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1237\" src=\"https:\/\/lambtonfamilydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Sedation-dentistry-makes-you-feel-at-ease-during-the-dental-treatment.jpg\" alt=\"Sedation dentistry makes you feel at ease during the dental treatment\" width=\"900\" height=\"540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lambtonfamilydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Sedation-dentistry-makes-you-feel-at-ease-during-the-dental-treatment.jpg 900w, https:\/\/lambtonfamilydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Sedation-dentistry-makes-you-feel-at-ease-during-the-dental-treatment-300x180.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lambtonfamilydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Sedation-dentistry-makes-you-feel-at-ease-during-the-dental-treatment-768x461.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are 3 dental sedation options. The dentist will consider your anxiety level and the nature of the procedure before recommending the type of dental sedation that is ideal for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The dentist will explain the steps and results of the sedation and will recommend nitrous oxide sedation, fast-acting oral sedation, or intravenous (IV) sedation.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Nitrous Oxide<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also referred to as laughing gas, nitrous oxide sedation is usually administered to help patients get through fast, minimally invasive procedures.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This fast-acting sedative can calm patients almost in an instant. It can make them lose their anxiousness at the sight of needles and other dental instruments used during dental work. However, its effect can quickly wear off so you do not feel groggy or sleepy after the procedure, letting you resume your usual day-to-day routine.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Oral Sedation<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oral sedation is another option to consider when the effects of nitrous oxide are not enough to last throughout the procedure. The dentist will recommend taking an oral sedative pill an hour before your appointment. Once the pill takes effect, it can make you feel sleepy and less anxious, allowing the dental health professional to perform the dental work smoothly and precisely.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since an oral sedative is a prescription drug, the dentist needs to determine the exact dosage to ensure the maximum efficacy of the drug and the comfort of the patient. Unlike nitrous oxide, the effects of the oral sedative pill take a while to wear off. That is why you need to have assistance getting home after the appointment.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Intravenous (IV) Sedation (Moderate and Deep)<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This type of dental sedation involves the use of general anesthesia, which causes you to fall into sleep and keep you completely still with your mouth open throughout the procedure. This makes the entire process safe and easy as it eliminates the risk of sudden movement that can result in injuries or errors.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are 2 types of IV sedations\u2014moderate which is administered through an injection and used for shorter treatments, and deep sedation which is administered through medication and is frequently utilized for longer dental works.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep in mind that there are certain preparations you need to do before the appointment, such as limiting your food and beverage intake and avoiding certain medications to prevent potential after-effects and reactions.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Is Dental Sedation Safe?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sedation dentistry must be administered by a licensed dentist for it to be safe. However, it carries a small risk of complications and short-term risks, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do not put off your regular dental visit. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/lambtonfamilydental.com\/blog\/sedation-dentistry-best-option\/\"><b>Sleep dentistry is an excellent solution<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to ensure that patients get dental care and treatment. Ignoring dental problems, such as broken or loose teeth, dental caries, and gum disease, can put your oral health at risk. Moreover, these problems can become more serious as time passes. Without receiving treatment, you will require more extensive and more costly dental work in the future.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have upcoming dental work, do not hesitate to consult your dentist about dental sedation. Call us at Lambton Family Dental today at (519) 344-5747 for more information. You can also submit our contact form and let us know how we can help you. One of our dental staff will respond to your concerns as soon as possible.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let us help you feel better about getting into the dental chair and make sure that you will never worry about persistent dental problems.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nausea and vomiting<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drowsiness<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/oral-health\/guide\/dental-health-dry-mouth\"><b>Dry mouth<\/b><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Headache<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bruising on the injection site<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While the effects of oral sedatives are difficult to predict, it is rare that patients experience an allergic reaction. In case of side effects, you can easily purchase drugs that can counteract the issues.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Some people dislike dental trips. 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