Why You Should Consider Sedation Dentistry

Sedation Dentistry is an Essential Part of Dedicated Dental Care

A positive patient experience is an important part of excellent dental care. Fear of the dentist prevents too many from taking care of their teeth in a timely manner. Dentists are dedicated to helping their patients feel welcome, comfortable, and enthusiastic about improved oral health and aesthetics through sedation dentistry techniques. Sedation dentistry can eliminate fear before or during treatment!

By the Numbers

An estimated 30% of adults avoid the dentist due to fear. That’s a lot! For many people, they could be suffering needlessly from oral diseases despite modern technological advances that offer them relief and comfort with their dental health care needs. But researchers estimate 75 million US citizens don’t seek dental care that can easily be treated by conscious sedation dentistry or general anesthesia.

What is Sedation Dentistry?

Many people refer to sedation dentistry as “sleep dentistry” but the nickname is inaccurate since the patient does not actually sleep during treatment. Sedation dentistry is a form of dental treatment that significantly reduces pain and makes procedures easier to tolerate.

This process usually involves giving patients time-release injections or intravenous anesthesia, so they can relax during their procedure without being bothered by the sight or sound in any way.

Eight Benefits of Sedation Dentistry

Sedation dentistry is a great option for patients who are afraid or anxious about visiting the dentist. It allows them to receive routine oral care without feeling threatened. It allows their minds to relax during procedures while under close supervision from providers trained in sedation techniques.

Studies have shown that this form of treatment often results in less treatment time compared to those not under sedation. Other benefits of sedation dentistry include:

• Makes the appointment time go by faster.
• Reduces your dental anxiety during and before treatment.
• Encourages you to make your preventive appointments.
• Reduces the strength of your gag reflex.
• Minimizes pain during treatment.
• Helps you sit still for longer procedures.
• Improves your overall health as you better your oral health.
• Offers different strengths of sedation dentistry for ultimate comfort.

Park 56 Dental is IV-certified and licensed by the American Dental Association to deliver sedation dentistry. Our specialty training by the State Board of Dental Examiners allows us to administer controlled medications to foster a comfortable, pain-free experience.

Contact us today at (646) 679-3989 to learn the type of sedation dentistry that is best for you.