Sedation Options In San Diego
What is Dental Sedation?
Dental sedation is a safe and effective way to help patients relax during endodontic procedures. It can be particularly beneficial for those with dental anxiety, a strong gag reflex, or difficulty sitting still for extended periods. Our sedation options are administered by trained professionals and carefully monitored to ensure your comfort and safety throughout the treatment process.
Dental Anxiety or Phobia
If you experience fear or anxiety related to dental visits, sedation can help you feel more relaxed and at ease during your appointment.
Complex or Lengthy Procedures
Sedation can help you remain comfortable and still during longer treatments, allowing for more efficient and precise care.
Strong Gag Reflex
If you have a sensitive gag reflex that makes dental treatments challenging, sedation can help minimize this reflex and make your experience more pleasant.
Difficulty Getting Numb
Some patients may have difficulty achieving numbness with local anesthesia alone. Sedation can help you relax and enhance the effectiveness of the anesthetic.
The Benefits of Sedation
Increased Comfort
Sedation helps you feel more relaxed and at ease during your endodontic procedure, minimizing discomfort and anxiety.
Enhanced Safety
Our trained professionals carefully monitor your vital signs and adjust the level of sedation as needed to ensure your safety throughout the treatment.
Access to Care
Very few endodontists perform IV sedation, and this limits treatment options for patients which could mean they might be obligated to have their tooth extracted under sedation with an oral surgeon. At Relieve, we believe everyone should have the ability to choose the best treatment possible and save their tooth if they want to.
Our Approach to Sedation Dentistry
At Relieve, we offer a range of sedation options tailored to your individual needs and comfort level. Our goal is to provide a stress-free, pain-free experience that allows you to receive the endodontic care you need without fear or anxiety.
The Sedation Treatment Process
Consultation and Evaluation
During your initial consultation, we'll discuss your medical history, concerns, and sedation preferences to determine the best option for your needs.
Preparation and Administration
Depending on the type of sedation chosen, we'll provide pre-treatment instructions and administer the sedative at the beginning of your appointment.
Monitoring and Recovery
Throughout your procedure, our team will closely monitor your vital signs and comfort level. After treatment, you'll be given time to recover before being released to a prearranged ride home.
Sedation Options
Laughing Gas
Laughing gas, or nitrous oxide, is a mild inhaled sedative that helps you relax while remaining conscious. Its effects wear off quickly, allowing you to drive yourself home after the procedure. However, in cases of severe anxiety, laughing gas may not be enough. If this is the case, we'll explore additional sedation types to find the best option for your needs.
Oral Conscious Sedation
Oral conscious sedation involves taking a sedative pill provided by our office before your appointment. You'll remain awake but feel deeply relaxed, with little memory of the procedure afterward. A ride to and from the office with a reliable escort is required. Taxi or ride sharing services do not count as a reliable escort.
Moderate IV Sedation
Moderate IV sedation is administered intravenously, providing a deeper level of relaxation than oral sedation. You'll be in a dream-like state but still responsive to verbal cues. A ride to and from the office with a reliable escort is required. Taxi or ride sharing services do not count as a reliable escort.
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