Sedation Dentist – Farmington, CT
No Stress While in the Chair
We understand that regular dental visits cause a lot of dentistry patients to become nervous, so visiting a periodontist can certainly lead to quite a bit of anxiety as well. While our friendly periodontic team does everything it can to help our periodontal patients feel comfortable, we know that some can greatly benefit from visiting with a sedation dentist in Farmington, CT. Using the methods below, we can stop racing thoughts and ensure whatever procedure you need will quickly fly by. To learn more and see which type of dental sedation might be right for you, contact us today.
Why Choose BPS Periodontics for Sedation Dentistry?
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Friendly & Understanding
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Periodontal Office Locations
Oral Conscious Sedation
With oral conscious sedation in Farmington, taking a pill is all it takes to get your dental anxiety under control. Our team can prescribe special medication that puts you in an advanced state of relaxation, thereby allowing you to remain calm throughout your treatment. This form of sedation may be recommended when nitrous oxide sedation isn’t enough to alleviate your fears. Below is a closer look at how oral conscious sedation works and why it might be a good fit for you.
What Is Oral Conscious Sedation?
Oral conscious sedation can potentially be performed with a variety of medications, such as Valium and Ativan; the kind prescribed in your case can vary depending on your unique situation. The medication will be provided prior to your periodontal treatment in the form of a pill. Our team will give you clear instructions regarding when the pill should be taken so that the effects kick in by the time the procedure starts.
How Does Oral Conscious Sedation Work?
Within 15 minutes of taking the pill, you should start to feel more relaxed. The medication will not put you to sleep, but it will keep you in a state where you’re at ease with your surroundings. Your anxiety will fade away, and you won’t be bothered by anything that’s going on around you during your periodontal treatment.
It should be noted that the effects of oral conscious sedation can last for several hours. As such, you should plan on heading home after your treatment is complete so that you can rest. You won’t be able to drive while under the effects of oral conscious sedation, so make arrangements for someone you trust to take you home.
Are You a Good Candidate for Oral Conscious Sedation?
If you’re wondering whether oral conscious sedation is a good option for you, it’s worth asking the following questions:
- Are you afraid or anxious when it comes to any form of dental work?
- Have you had problems at the dentist’s office in the past due to a strong gag reflex?
- Are you planning on having multiple treatments performed in a single appointment?
- Do you require a particularly complex form of periodontal care?
- Do you find it difficult to sit still for long periods?
- Do you have trouble keeping your mouth open?
If you answered yes to any of the above questions, then you could potentially be an excellent candidate for oral conscious sedation. To find out whether the service is a good fit for you, you will need to speak to our team. We will need to carefully consider the specifics of your situation and perform a thorough review of your health history before we make any recommendations.
Dental Nitrous Oxide
Dental nitrous oxide is a gentle form of sedation that is best for patients in Farmington who have minor to moderate dental anxiety. If that’s the case for you, then don’t hesitate to schedule an appointment with us! You can read on to learn more about it, including how it works and what the aftercare looks like.
Who Is a Good Candidate for Nitrous Oxide?
As we touched on above, nitrous oxide is often recommended for patients who struggle with minor to moderate dental anxiety. It’s also a good option for those who:
- Have a fear of needles
- Experience head/neck/jaw pain
- Have a sensitive gag reflex
- Need extensive care, like multiple tooth extractions
If you think that you may benefit from having this calming solution added to your treatment plan, then let us know! That way, our team at BPS Periodontics can review your medical history, learn about any allergies you have, and, ultimately, determine if you’re a good candidate.
How Does Nitrous Oxide Work?
Once you settle comfortably into the treatment chair, a member of our team will place a small mask over your nose. Then, they will ask you to take slow, deep breaths through your nose. Within a matter of minutes, you’ll feel a wave of relaxation come over you, causing any anxiety, stress, or worry you were feeling to dissipate in the process.
The mask stays on for the entire appointment. Since you’ll be awake, we’ll check in with you periodically to make sure you’re calm and comfortable. If needed, we can adjust the flow of nitrous oxide as well.
Aftercare for Nitrous Oxide
In addition to being fast-acting, the effects of nitrous oxide dissipate almost instantly. In other words, you won’t experience lingering grogginess and drowsiness! That’s why you don’t need to take the rest of the day off work or arrange for an adult that you know and trust to drive you home from your appointment. Instead, you’ll be able to resume your usual routine.
