Sedation Dentistry

One of the most common fears in North America is the fear of dentists. Up to a fifth of the population reports some level of anxiety associated with the dentist’s office. And while most people can bear down and overcome their fear, many of us can hardly even contemplate making a trip for even the most basic procedures or maintenance appointment. While there are many recommended techniques for handling your dental fears, some patients do not respond to the most caring dentist or psychological treatments. For these individuals, sedation dentistry might be their only hope.

Sedation dentistry relies on the use of different pharmacological agents in order to help patients experience a more calming and relaxing dental appointment. Various levels of sedation may be used, depending on the level of fear experienced by the patient. For the most part, dentists want to use minimal levels of sedation that can reduce levels Read the full article...