Sedation Dentistry uses medication to help you relax for a better dental care experience. Sedation dentistry can even help patients with severe dental anxiety.
Sedation dentistry offers many benefits to meet your individual needs. Sedation allows your body to relax more completely. This increases the effectiveness of local anesthesia. Sedation dentistry reduces the sensation of passing time. This can be very useful if you need complex or multiple treatments in a single sitting. It also prevents your muscles from stiffening or becoming sore due to spending extended periods of time in one position.
In every case, your sedation is closely monitored by experienced dental professionals who ensure your safety and comfort.
Nitrous Oxide Sedation
Nitrous Oxide, commonly known as laughing gas, is a mild dental sedation medication. Once inhaled, it induces a state of mild relaxation. It also reduces sensitivity to pain. Nitrous Oxide is safe for virtually every patient, regardless of age. Following treatment, oxygen is used to neutralize the effects of the nitrous oxide. Once this is complete, you will be fully alert and able to drive yourself home.
For more information about using sedation dentistry with your next treatment, contact Prestige Dental.
FAQs
Q1. What is sedation dentistry?
Sedation dentistry uses medication to help you feel calm and comfortable during dental treatment. At Prestige Dental, sedation options are designed to reduce anxiety and make visits easier for nervous patients.
Q2. Who is a good candidate for sedation dentistry?
Sedation may help if you have dental anxiety, a strong gag reflex, difficulty sitting still, sensitive teeth, or need longer procedures. Prestige Dental will review your health history to confirm the safest option.
Q3. Will I be asleep during sedation?
It depends on the type of sedation used. Some options help you stay awake but deeply relaxed, while others may make you very drowsy. Prestige Dental will explain what you’ll feel and what to expect before treatment.
Q4. Is sedation dentistry safe?
Yes, when provided by trained dental professionals and for appropriate candidates. Prestige Dental carefully reviews medical history, medications, and comfort needs to keep sedation safe and predictable.
Q5. Do I need someone to drive me home after sedation?
Often, yes—especially for stronger sedation options. Prestige Dental will give you clear pre-visit and post-visit instructions, including whether you’ll need a driver and how to plan your day.