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Sedation Dentistry or Bust
By Chris Stephens
I don't know about you, but I would almost rather do anything than go to the dentist. I believe I can trace the dread of the dentist to an incident when I was younger. I had an experience with an exposed nerve that caused me so much pain I still remember it vividly. I can remember feeling helpless and somewhere in my young mind making some sort of vow that I would never be in that situation again. Maybe you are like me and the only way you even think about going to the dentist is if the pain is bigger than the fear. I can relate to the character Tom Hanks played in the movie "Castaway" where his tooth pain finally became so great that he had to deal with it. For a long time I thought I was weird for being so uncomfortable at the dentist office, but it turns out I am not alone. Enough people share my fears that there is now an amazing thing called Sedation Dentistry.
Sedation Dentistry incorporates a trained dentist and a range of medicinal options to help you be at peace before and during a dental procedure. Some people confuse sedation dentistry with sleep dentistry but they are actually quite different. Sleep dentistry refers to dentistry that is performed under general anesthesia; during sedation dentistry you are actually awake during the procedure but in a very relaxed state. Three of the most common procedures used for sedation are nitrous oxide inhalation (laughing gas), oral sedation (pills), and intravenous sedation. One of the greatest benefits of seeing a sedation dentist is that a lengthy dental procedure feels like it took only a few minutes.
Many dentists offer some form of sedation dentistry today but there is a definite difference in levels of experience with sedation dentistry. It is a good idea to do some research before you choose your sedation dentist. Once you have done your research and are armed with knowledge about the field of sedation dentistry you will be better equipped to choose the dentist that's right for you. Your teeth will be happy that you did.
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Pain
Free Sleep Dentistry
By Mark Evans
Sedation dentistry (also called sleep dentistry, conscious sedation or twilight sedation) is the most advanced form of dental sedation. It uses a combination of sedative and pain relieving drugs given intravenously to create a dream-like state of sleep so that you remain calm and relaxed for the duration of your dental procedure.
When you wake up you will usually have no memory of the noises, smells, needles or drilling, and you will feel like no time has passed at all! You will just feel like you've had a very deep and satisfying sleep. You will feel no pain, no discomfort and no fear. You will go home with a heightened sense of well-being and satisfaction for having attended to your dental health.
Sedation Dentistry enables patients to undergo complex dental treatments (which often require six to eight appointments) in just one consultation. Feeling no pain at all, you will be relaxed and at ease throughout the entire procedure. During your sedation dentistry treatment you are not unconscious at any time, just in a deeply relaxed state. Your vital signs are monitored throughout your entire visit and you are never
left alone.
Depending on your individual needs, sedation dentistry may last between 2 to 6 hours. Sedation dentistry may be
utilized to treat gum disease, repair chipped or missing teeth, place an implant and for any dental treatment you would like to feel more at ease. Sedation dentistry enables you to receive the dental care you require easily, quickly and comfortably.
Dental Corporation practices offer sleep dentistry for their patients.
You might want to use sleep dentistry if you:
- Have a fear of dental treatment and Hate needless
- Hate the noises, smells or tastes associated with dental care
- Experience a heightening level of anxiousness when thinking about dental care
- Require extensive dental work
- Have had negative dental experiences in the past
- Have very sensitive teeth
- Have a strong gag reflex
- Have difficulty achieving a numb sensation
- Have limited time to undergo dental restoration
Mark Evans is the Executive Chairman of
http://www.dentalcorp.com.au/ Dental Corporation Mark is focused on strategy development, acquisitions and financing.
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