Sedation Dentistry

Fear has no boundaries. It can affect all types of people. There is no age, sex, economic or race discrimination guidelines. It is the reason that the ADA estimates that 15-20% of the population avoids going to the dentist. Our personal estimate is closer to 25%. When you realize that a huge segment of the population is in desperate need or our service but are too afraid to seek us out, then it is easy to see why a safe, non-judgmental, pain-free experience would be a welcome change to the fear-stricken patient.

Who is a candidate for sedation dentistry?

Adults who have…

• High fear
• Had traumatic dental experiences
• Difficulty getting numb
• A bad gag reflex
• Very sensitive teeth
• Limited time to complete their dental care
• Complex dental problems

Facts about sedation dentistry

It works! It is SAFE!

• You take a small pill prior to treatment. No IV needles.
• You have little or no memory of the experience and you will not remember any sounds or smells
• You snooze for 5-6 hours after taking the pill
• Work requiring 6-8 appointments can be done in 1 visit
• People who have difficulty getting numb have no problem when relaxed and asleep
• It is safely used to reduce the fatigue of extended dental treatments that require long visits

FAQ’s

Q. Will I feel any pain?
A. No, you will feel nothing
Q. Will I be unconscious?
A. No, although you are in a state of sedation
Q. How long will I be sedated?
A. Depending on your needs, from 2-6 hours
Q. Will someone need to accompany me?
A. Yes, you will need someone to accompany you due to the sedative effects of the sleeping pill