Do you have dental fear or anxiety? Are you looking for an easier way to get dental care?
Waterford Family and Cosmetic Dentistry provide sedation dentistry to patients in Leland, NC. Sedation dentistry is a general dental treatment that is also used for complex or surgical procedures. Whether our patients need to undergo a complex dental procedure or need to relieve anxiety in the dental chair, we can help.
We encourage nervous patients to bring a trusted friend or family member to their appointment for added comfort. Patients may also bring music and headphones if noises are a trigger for their fear or anxiety. Our office can accommodate your needs if you or a child are anxious patients. Contact us before your next appointment and we can see what we can do to make your visit a positive experience.
Benefits of Sedation Dentistry
Dental sedation can provide:
- Pain-free dental care
- Anxiety-relief
- Time for dentists to work more efficiently
- A reduction in the gag reflex
Sedation dentistry also benefits patients with dental fear and anxiety as well as a phobia of needles, blood, loud noises. Patients with a low tolerance for pain, a poor gag reflex, and those who need multiple dental treatments in one visit also benefit. Special needs patients with movement disorders or other disabilities may also require dental sedation for a more comfortable experience.
Dental Sedation with Oral Sedatives
Our office can offer oral sedatives to relax patients during their dental procedures. Oral sedatives are taken before the procedure to ensure you are calm and comfortable upon arriving at the dentist office. We encourage patients planning on utilizing sedation dentistry solutions to have a driver for safe transport to and from the dentist office, as these sedatives may make you sleepy.
Dental Sedation FAQs
What is it like waking up from sedation?
Different people respond differently to sedation. Some may wake up sleepy or confused, while others wake up with a stomach ache. It is common to have a dry throat after sedation but this will go away after you rehydrate.
Will I feel any pain with dental sedation?
The goal of dental sedation is to ensure that patients do not feel pain throughout their procedure. You may feel some pressure while under conscious sedation, but you should not feel any pain.
Can you talk during conscious sedation?
While under conscious sedation, patients are typically able to speak and respond to comments if needed. If you are experiencing any discomfort it is important that you communicate with us. Conscious sedation does not last long so if we need to up your dose we will, however it will make you drowsy after the procedure, so we recommend having a friend or family member drive you home.
Can you eat before dental sedation?
It is okay to eat or drink up to two hours before your appointment, however we need your stomach to be empty for sedation to take full effect, so fasting is required for the two hours leading up to your appointment. It is very important to hydrate and eat a light meal before the fasting period begins.
Contact Our Dental Office
Call our Waterford, North Carolina dental office for comfortable treatment at 910-519-1624. You can also schedule a consultation with our dental team on our website. Feel free to ask our team any remaining questions about dental sedation or specific accommodations for your next visit. We will be happy to assist you.