A visit
to the dentist should be a comfortable experience!
For those individuals who fear pain and discomfort we prescribe a safe
hypnotic pre-medication to be taken 2 hours prior to the appointment.
This medication reduces anxiety and induces a level of sedation that
eliminates the sensing of pain and discomfort but still allows you to
participate with us during the appointment.
Oral Sedation Dentistry protocols have been used safely for over 30
years with millions of dental procedures. We review your medial
history and explain how Sedation Dentistry can work for you before
starting any treatments. We want you to feel good about going forward
towards a healthy, new smile.
If sleep dentistry interests you please contact us today so that we can
further discuss this procedure with you.
FAQ's about Oral Sedation Dentistry:
Q. Will I feel any sort of pain at all?
A. No, you will feel nothing. Most patients feel no discomfort
whatsoever during their treatment and feel surprisingly good afterwards
with little or no memory of your treatment.
Q. Will I be completely unconscious?
A. No you will not, although you are in a state of sedation. You will
receive just enough medication so that you will be completely relaxed
during your treatment.
Q. Will I be monitored while I am sedated?
A. Yes, you vital signs are monitored with very sophisticated equipment,
and one of our team members is with
you throughout the entire visit.
Q. How long will I be sedated for my treatment?
A. Depending on your individual needs, you may be sedated for any amount
of time from 2-6 hours. However, you will be awakened by the
doctor, or their staff, from time to time as a part of the procedure.
Q. How will I travel to and from the doctor's office if I am to be
sedated?
A. Although you will feel fine after your appointment, you will need to
have someone to accompany you due to the sedative effects of the
sleeping pill. This person should be available to bring you to and from
the office. You should NOT drive after taking your prescribed medication
until the time that will be outlined by your Sedation Dentist.
Q. How do I know that Sedation Dentistry is the right treatment for
me?
A. Before receiving treatment of any kind your medical history will be
thoroughly reviewed by the Doctor. He or she will decide how well you
will fit into a Sedation program. And, as mentioned before, you will be
monitored very closely during your treatment.
Dr. Gordon is a member of the
Dental
Organization for Conscious Sedation. For more information
on oral sedation dentistry,
visit
findasedationdentist.com.
Conscious sedation is taught as part of post-graduate residency programs
approved by the American Dental Association. Dr. Gordon has not
completed an American Dental Association approved residency program in
which conscious sedation is taught.
