Sedation DentistryinLos Altos
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At Peninsula Center of Cosmetic Dentistry, your comfort is our top priority. We understand that dental anxiety can prevent you from getting the high-quality care you deserve. That's why we offer sedation dentistry - a safe and popular solution designed to help you feel truly relaxed during your treatments. With our experienced team and a range of sedation options, you can receive the care you need without fear or stress. Let us help you take control of your oral health in a calm, comfortable environment tailored to your needs.
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Nitrous Oxide
Commonly known as “laughing gas,” this is the most common type of dental sedation. The gas takes effect quickly and wears off almost instantly, allowing you to drive home after your appointment. Nitrous oxide is easy to control with minimal side effects, making it one of the safest and most effective ways to treat anxiety.
Oral Conscious Sedation
This type of sedation typically comes in the form of a pill or liquid. Medications like Halcion or Valium provide minimal to moderate relaxation. You’ll feel drowsy or groggy but remain alert enough to respond to questions and understand your surroundings.
IV Sedation and General Anesthesia
Administered directly into the bloodstream, IV sedation places you on the edge of consciousness, often with little or no recollection of the procedure. General anesthesia places you completely under and usually requires an anesthesiologist's supervision. Both forms require you to arrange a ride home with a friend or family member after your appointment.
The Sedation Process
Pre-Procedure Preparation
Before your appointment, we provide detailed instructions on how to prepare, including any dietary restrictions and what to expect during the procedure.
Initial Consultation
We begin with an initial consultation to discuss your anxiety levels and medical history. This helps us determine the most suitable sedation option for you.
Administration of Sedation
On the day of your procedure, the chosen sedation method is administered. Our team ensures you are comfortable and closely monitors you throughout the process.
Aftercare
After the procedure, you’ll receive post-care instructions. Depending on the type of sedation used, you may need someone to drive you home. We follow up to ensure you are recovering well and answer any additional questions you might have.
FAQs
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IV sedation puts you in a relaxed state of mind but does not put you to sleep. You will remain awake and able to respond to any requests the doctor may have while you are sedated. Patients often experience partial or total amnesia for the full period of sedation, meaning you will not remember most or all of the procedure. The drugs we use will give you a very pleasant feeling of euphoria. You will be aware of what is happening, feel at ease, and be able to respond to our requests during the procedure – all this, and you won’t remember a thing!
Yes, sedation dentistry is safe when administered by trained professionals. We monitor your vital signs throughout the procedure to ensure your safety and adjust sedation levels as needed.
Sedation works by using medication to help you relax during dental procedures. The level of sedation can vary from minimal, where you are awake but relaxed, to deep sedation, where you are on the edge of consciousness but can still be awakened.
Sedation dentistry is ideal for patients with moderate to severe dental anxiety, those with a strong gag reflex, individuals requiring extensive dental work, or anyone who has difficulty sitting still for long periods.
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