Are you or any of your family members scared of going to the dentist because of any past-traumatic experience or simply because of fear? You can rest assured knowing you are safe with PoCo Dental Group. We have helped countless patients to overcome such situations and we will gladly do the same for you and your family.
Sedation dentistry is nothing but helping the patients keep calm during any dental procedures. From invasive procedures like tooth extractions to a simple tooth cleaning, sedation dentistry can be used. It may be administered orally through pills or laughing gas (Nitrous Oxide) made to inhale through a small mask. Sometimes a combination of both is used.
Oral sedation usually provides light to medium sedation to the patients. This medication is strong enough to make patients feel sleepy and therefore relaxed, which helps alleviate stress or anxiety associated with undergoing dental work. The patients will remain conscious enough to follow the dentist’s instructions, but the effects of oral sedation last longer than that of Nitrous Oxide. Patients who opt for sedation dentistry are advised to have someone drive them to and from their visits, in addition to monitoring them for up to 24 hours after their visit.
Nitrous Oxide, on the other hand, induces a feeling of euphoria and has a mild sedation. These are often used in Pediatric dentistry.
Sedation dentistry is ideal for patients who feel anxious, have a low pain tolerance, a strong gag reflex, or difficulty sitting still during dental procedures. It’s also a great option for those undergoing longer or more complex treatments, helping them feel calm and comfortable throughout the visit.
We offer different levels of sedation based on your needs, including nitrous oxide (laughing gas), oral sedation, and IV sedation. Each option provides a different level of relaxation, and we help you choose the one that best suits your comfort level and treatment plan.
In most cases, you will remain awake but deeply relaxed during your procedure. Sedation dentistry allows you to respond to instructions while feeling calm and often having little to no memory of the treatment afterward.
Yes, sedation dentistry is safe when administered by trained dental professionals. We carefully review your medical history, monitor you throughout the procedure, and adjust sedation levels to ensure your safety and comfort at all times.
It depends on the type of sedation used. With nitrous oxide, you can usually resume normal activities shortly after your visit. However, if you receive oral or IV sedation, you will need someone to drive you home and should rest for the remainder of the day.
