901-751-3776At our dental practice, we prioritize your comfort and peace of mind. Understanding that some patients may feel uneasy about dental procedures, we offer sedation dentistry as a way to enhance the overall experience, making it more relaxing and less daunting.
What Does Sedation Dentistry Involve?
Sedation dentistry employs safe, medically approved sedatives to help you relax during your dental treatments. While often referred to as “sleep dentistry,” most patients remain awake and can respond to cues, yet they feel a deep sense of relaxation that makes the experience stress-free.
Sedation Options We Offer
Our clinic focuses on providing gentle and effective sedation options:
- Nitrous Oxide: This option, known informally as laughing gas, is a light sedative that you breathe in through a mask. It eases your nerves and lessens pain perception quickly and safely. The effects are mild and wear off soon after the mask is removed, allowing you to resume your day-to-day activities without the need for a companion to drive you home.
- Oral Sedation: For this type of sedation, you take a sedative pill before your appointment. It makes you feel drowsy and relaxed but you will remain awake. You will need someone to accompany you to your appointment and back.
Safety and Comfort First
We take extensive measures to ensure your safety when using sedation. Before proceeding, we review your medical history thoroughly and discuss your sedation options. Our trained professionals monitor you closely throughout the treatment, ensuring your vital signs remain within safe limits and adjusting care as needed.
The Advantages of Choosing Sedation Dentistry
Choosing sedation dentistry can significantly improve your dental care experience by:
- Minimizing anxiety and enhancing comfort during procedures
- Enabling more work to be done in fewer visits, which is efficient
- Assisting those with a sensitive gag reflex or difficulty sitting for long periods
Is Sedation Dentistry the Right Choice for You?
Sedation dentistry is particularly beneficial for patients who experience anxiety related to dental care or those who have had previous traumatic dental experiences. It is also suitable for patients needing substantial dental work, which might otherwise require multiple visits. During your initial consultation with Dr. Mike Farrar or Dr. Kenny Groshart, we discuss whether sedation dentistry is a fitting option for you, ensuring that any treatment plan aligns with your personal health needs and comfort preferences.
We invite you to contact Elite Dental Care at 901-751-3776 to learn more about how sedation dentistry in Germantown, Tennessee, can transform your dental care experience into a more positive one. Our dentists and team are dedicated to providing a welcoming, comforting environment, where your dental health can be looked after without worry.