Oral Sedation
Oral sedation dentistry is a medical procedure involving the administration of oral sedative drugs, generally to facilitate a dental procedure and reduce patients' fear and anxiety. If you are afraid, anxious, or apprehensive to receive dental treatment, please share your concerns with our dentists. They will gladly discuss sedation options to fit your needs. Call us at 502-244-1500 to schedule an appointment.
Oral Sedation
Oral sedation dentistry is a medical procedure involving the administration of oral sedative drugs, generally to facilitate a dental procedure and reduce patients' fear and anxiety. If you're afraid, anxious, or apprehensive, let your dentist at Dorsey Family Dental know; he or she will choose the right form of dental sedation for you. Call us at 502-244-1500 for an appointment.
Other Things You Should Know
Conscious sedation can help ease your mind and eliminate anxiety so you can focus on your dental health instead of any momentary discomfort. Depending on the total dose given, oral sedation can range from minimal to moderate. For minimal sedation, you take a pill, typically Halcion, which is a member of the same drug family as Valium. It's usually taken about an hour before the procedure. The pill will make you drowsy, although you'll still be awake. A larger dose may be given to produce moderate sedation. This is the type of anesthesia most commonly associated with sedation dentistry. Some people become groggy enough from moderate oral sedation to actually fall asleep during the procedure. They usually can be awakened with a gentle shake.
If you are afraid, anxious, or apprehensive to receive dental treatment, please share your concerns with our dentists. They will gladly discuss sedation options to fit your needs. For more information on Comfort Dentistry call our office at 502-244-1500 or make an appointment.