If you are paralyzed at
even the mere thought of going to the dentist, especially for a
relatively intensive procedure like a root canal, you might be a
candidate for sedation dentistry. If your dental phobia happens to be
topped by a nice serving of a fear of needles, you can still find a
solution in oral sedation.
What is oral
sedation?
Oral sedation entails
the use of anti-anxiety or sedative drugs to put you in a relaxed
state, just enough to allow your dentist to do his job efficiently.
This usually involves medications like halcyon or valium, the
prescribed dosage for which will depend on your level of anxiety, and
how conscious you need to be during the treatment.
IV Sedation
In IV or intravenous
sedation, anesthesia is administered via an IV line that delivers the
drug directly to your bloodstream. This method gives dentists better
control over your level of consciousness during the procedure.
Likewise, IV sedation produces quick results, and requires a shorter
recovery time compared to oral sedatives.
What your Dentist
Should Know
Before you undergo any
form of sedation dentistry, however, you need to inform your dentist
about any medication you are taking, as some might affect the
effectiveness of a sedative.
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