Overcome Your Fear of the Dentist with Oral Sedation Dentistry

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Are you afraid to see a dentist? Or, has a member of your family expressed anxiety and an unwillingness to see a dentist? While some people seem to be able to go in for the latest in cosmetic dentistry or teeth whitening techniques, others cannot seem to get themselves to the dentist for a routine check up. Dental anxiety is a very common condition affecting millions of people. People may fear the pain, or the drills and other equipment associated with dentistry. They may also have memories of unpleasant dental experiences from their childhood.Many people with dental anxiety put off proper dental care for years. However, unsightly, broken or missing teeth can have a negative impact on your self-esteem, social life, career and health. Gum disease and tooth decay will not go away if ignored. Ignoring these conditions can lead to needing to have teeth removed and other serious, expensive dental procedures. In addition, unhealthy teeth and gums have been associated with heart disease.

One option available to help people overcome their fear of dentists is oral sedation dentistry. With this method, the dentist prescribes a pill or liquid to be taken by mouth, usually one hour before the procedure. The medication makes you drowsey and very relaxed. It also has somewhat of an amnesic effect. However, you are not unconscious and can converse with the dentist and dental technician throughout your procedure. Depending on your dentist’s plan, you may be able to have years of problems corrected in a short period of time due to the fact that you are sedated. After your dental appointment you should not drive, so someone needs to be available to drive you home.The advantages of oral sedation over unconscious sedation are that it is much less expensive and easier on the body than having to undergo intraveneous sedation methods. Most people have no problems taking the medication.

Digital X-Rays

If you’re concerned about radiation during dental x-rays we have some good news!

Dental x-rays have become safer, better, and faster with Computerised Digital Radiography (CDR).

Digital x-ray require 90% less radiation than conventional film based x-rays.

The CDR image can be magnified 300x its normal size to enhance diagnosis, manipulate to correct contrast, and color-adjusted to reveal hidden problems.

Digital x-ray images are instantaneous. No time is wasted processing and mounting x-ray film. So the dental staff spends less time in the dark room and more time with you, discussing the health of your teeth.

Oral Sedation Is The Wave of The Future

• Oral Sedation is a safe and effective way of relieving the fear and anxiety associated with going to the dentist. Dentists have used oral medications for many years to relieve fear and apprehension associated with dental appointments
• It works well for most patients allowing them to relax and have little or no memory of their dental appointments (partial or total amnesia)
• Its easy, you take a pill one hour prior to your dental appointment
• Some patients are so relaxed that they sleep right through their dental appointment. When someone is relaxed they will feel less tired after a long dental appointment.
• Patients are so relaxed and comfortable, that a large amount of complex treatment can be accomplished in a single appointment
• People who have trouble getting numb are often helped by Oral Sedation Dentistry
• If you are scared of needles, sedation dentistry can help you
• People who have difficulty controlling movements, such as Parkinson’s Disease or Cerebral Palsy are often helped by oral sedation
• The dentist can complete more dental treatment of higher quality, in a shorter period of time, on a patient who is relaxed

Does cleaning teeth reduce risk of heart disease?

To Help Maintain Good Physical Health

Recent studies have linked heart attacks and strokes to gum disease, resulting from poor oral hygiene. A dental cleaning every 3-4 months for adults helps to keep your teeth and gums healthy and could possibly reduce your risk of heart disease and strokes.