Sedation Dentistry Services for La Mesa and El Cajon
Dental apprehension can be common among both first-time patients and patients who require restorative dentistry services. You may develop dental anxiety that is severe enough to keep you from getting the help you need, even when you are experiencing dental problems.
Sedation options are available here for patients who need them. If dental anxiety, a sensitive gag reflex, or a long procedure has kept you away, tell us when you call and we will go through the options with you.
Oral Conscious Sedation Dentistry
Before any appointment or procedure, you can take an oral conscious sedation tablet that will help you feel relaxed and calm. The effects of the oral conscious sedation tablet can help put you at ease.
You will be awake during the procedure and able to answer questions, but you will be in a state of complete calm and relaxation, so the procedure will seem easier. You should experience less tooth sensitivity and more comfort. Many people don’t even remember the procedure after the oral conscious sedation has worn off.
You will need to designate someone to drive you to and from the dental office, and we will go over the risks and what to expect beforehand. You may recover much more quickly and experience less postoperative discomfort than you would without sedation.
Who is a Good Candidate for Dental Sedation?
Good candidates for sedation dentistry include dental-phobic patients, teens who need their wisdom teeth extracted, patients who don’t numb easily with local anesthetic, and patients who need several procedures done in one sitting. Because you are relaxed and comfortable, more can often be done in a single visit, which means fewer appointments for you.
Dental anxiety is a very common problem, and we are proud to offer sedation options that can help! We want you to feel comfortable at our office and will do whatever we can to make you feel more at ease.
Ease Your Dental Anxiety Today!
To find out more about our sedation dentistry services in the San Diego area and surrounding areas, including Spring Valley, El Cajon, La Mesa and Alpine, contact us today!