There are many people that are frightened of dental care, even if it is no more than a simple cleaning and checkup, these people tense up out of fear. For these people there is a solution; sedation dentistry in Naperville. A sedative can be introduced by your dentist; it can be used to calm patients regardless of whether they are getting a root canal or having their teeth cleaned.
How does sedation dentistry work?
Your dentist will use a specific medication to help you relax during the procedure. You will normally be awake and able to respond to any directions the dentist gives you. There are four levels of sedation that your dentist can use, they are:
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Minimal – awake but relaxed
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Moderate – relaxed to the point where you may slur words when attempting to speak
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Deep – Right on the edge of consciousness but still technically awake
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General anesthesia – unconscious
Inhaled sedation uses nitrous oxide; this gas is combined with oxygen and administered through a nasal cannula or mask. The dentist can monitor the amount of gas given to ensure you remain in a relaxed sate. The affects of nitrous oxide are short lived; once the procedure is finished you can drive home.
Oral sedation is administered by tablet. The sedative is taken an hour or so before the procedure is scheduled to start, you will become drowsy although you will remain awake. The dosage can be modified by the dentist. Many patients fall asleep during treatment but they can easily be woken.
IV sedation is administered directly into the blood stream. The dentist can constantly adjust the level of sedation based on his or her observation of the patient.
Regardless of what type of sedation dentistry in Naperville you dentist opts to use, you will still have to have the site numbed to relieve any possible pain.
Dr. Carl E. Henley is a firm believer in providing his patients a stress free dental experience. Sedation dentistry in Naperville relaxes you, allowing both you and the dentist a better experience. You are welcome to make an appointment with the Center For Dentistry.
