Are you anxious about visiting the dentist? Sedation dentistry can put you at ease. It also allows the dentist to work for a longer period of time, accomplishing more in a visit.
Is it safe? Will it work for me? These are commonly asked questions regarding "Sedation Dentistry." To help you decide if this is right for you, we're going to answer these questions.
There is a choice of sedation medication. You and the doctor will review factors including your individual medical history, to choose which one is right for you. Most of our patients are administered Triazolam. This medication has been used for years and has now found a home in dentistry. In 1996, it was prescribed over 26,000,000 times. Other medications with similar safety backgrounds may also be used. The historical safety of these medications gives us great confidence in their use. There is even a medication available to reverse the effects!
To ensure safety, while you are medicated your vital signs are continually monitored. A baseline reading is taken at your first visit to establish what is normal for you.
The most common side effects of this sedation are dry mouth and hiccups. These side effects will slowly go away as the medication wears off.