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Many people are fearful or apprehensive about dental visits. If you are a patient who is anxious or has had bad experiences in the past, we offer sedation at Endodontic Consultants of San Antonio to relieve anxiety and make the procedures restful and comfortable. We provide several levels of sedation, including nitrous oxide (“laughing gas”), oral sedation, and intravenous (IV) sedation.
If you are anxious about dental treatment, give us a call to schedule an evaluation.
It is estimated that up to three of every 10 Americans have some form of dental fear. The level of fear can vary from person to person, ranging from anxiety to severe dental phobia. Dental phobia can stand in the way of patients getting the care they need. Sedation presents a pleasant, fear-free, and stress-free approach to dental care.
Here are the three types of dental sedation that we offer:
If you receive oral or IV sedation, we will use special equipment to monitor your blood pressure and oxygen levels while you sleep. A local anesthetic is also administered to complement sedative medications.
As noted, the effects of nitrous oxide are reversed quickly. With oral or IV sedation, there will be lingering drowsiness after the procedure, hence the need for a driver—plan on going home and taking a nap.
Many of our patients have benefited from sedation dentistry. Ask us about your options for sedation during an appointment at our office. Call Endodontic Consultants of San Antonio at (210) 405-0473.