Do dental visits fill you with anxiety? At DFW Implant Center, we invite you to take advantage of oral sedation dentistry, where relaxation and comfort are the guiding principles. Arlington, TX dentist Dr. Farhad Boltchi and his skilled team offer oral sedation to help you relax during your dental experience. Keep reading to learn more about the many transformative benefits of oral sedation dentistry.
Oral sedation dentistry involves the use of oral medication to induce a deep state of relaxation during dental procedures. Unlike intravenous (IV) sedation, which requires an injection, and nitrous oxide (commonly known as “laughing gas”), which is inhaled, oral sedation offers a convenient and comfortable option. With oral sedation, you take a prescribed medication before your appointment, allowing anxiety and fear to melt away and enabling you to undergo dental procedures with ease.
Oral sedation helps to alleviate dental anxiety and fear, allowing patients to feel calm and relaxed throughout their dental visit.
By inducing a state of relaxation, oral sedation enhances patient comfort during dental procedures, making the experience more pleasant.
Oral sedation allows for more efficient dental treatment by minimizing potential patient discomfort or anxiety-related delays.
With oral sedation, patients can often undergo multiple treatments in a single appointment, saving time and minimizing the need for multiple visits.
Oral sedation dentistry is a comfortable and pain-free sedation method. It doesn’t require needles or masks, items that certain patients may find scary or uncomfortable.
Before you’re approved for any procedure involving oral sedation dentistry, you’ll have an initial consultation with Dr. Boltchi. He’ll discuss your dental needs and determine if oral sedation is suitable for you. He’ll also review your complete medical history, including any medications or supplements you are currently taking, to ensure the safety and effectiveness of the sedation.
Dr. Boltchi will prescribe an appropriate oral sedative and provide detailed instructions on when and how to take it before your appointment.
Follow any fasting instructions provided by your dentist to ensure the medication is properly absorbed and to minimize potential side effects. Failure to follow fasting instructions can lead to vomiting and make your procedure less safe.
Before your appointment, remove any contact lenses, jewelry, and nail polish. These items can interfere with the sedation process by obscuring signs of possible issues or hurting you while you’re in treatment and may need to be removed for your safety during the procedure.
After the procedure, the effects of oral sedation may take some time to wear off completely. Plan for adequate relaxation at home following the appointment. Engage in light activities and avoid strenuous tasks for the remainder of the day.
Yes, oral sedation is considered safe when administered by a qualified dental professional. Your dentist will make sure that you’re a good candidate for oral sedation dentistry before approving it for your procedure.
No, oral sedation induces a deep state of relaxation, called twilight consciousness. You may fall asleep because you’re so relaxed, but you can easily be woken up and respond to the dentist’s instructions.
The sedative effects vary depending on factors such as the medication used and your unique physiology. Your dentist will provide specific instructions regarding the timing and duration of the effects.
Oral sedation can last anywhere from two to eight hours after the initial dosage is taken. Due to the sedative effects, it’s necessary to arrange for a responsible adult to drive you home after your appointment.
To enjoy the benefits of stress-free dental care, schedule a consultation at DFW Implant Center in Arlington, TX. Call 817-663-4704 if you’re a new patient or 817-467-7731 if you’re a current patient. You can also fill out and submit our online contact form below and one of our friendly team members will get back to you shortly. We’re conveniently serving Irving, Fort Worth, Grapevine, and surrounding areas. Take the first step towards a calm and comfortable dental journey today!
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