Anxiety-Free Dentistry
Why We Would Recommend Sedation During Your Appointment?
We know that going to the dentist can be frightening for some individuals. It’s called dental phobia, and it’s something millions of Americans experience. At our practice, we use sedation to help our patients feel anxiety-free and relaxed during their treatment. If you suffer from dental phobia, Dr. Donn may recommend one of several types of sedation after reviewing your medical history.
Types of Sedation Dentistry at First Choice Dental of NJ
Nitrous oxide, often referred to as laughing gas, is preferred over full sedation for a number of reasons. It has long served as a principal method for managing patient anxiety during dental procedures. The gas is delivered via a face mask and inhaled through the nose. As it takes effect, patients typically experience a sense of drowsiness and reduced sensitivity. Because the effects wear off relatively quickly, those who receive nitrous oxide are generally able to return to their normal daily activities once the appointment concludes.
The next level of sedation is oral sedation, which does not require the use of needles. There are a variety of different medications that we provide here at First Choice Dental of NJ. It will be up to your medical history and the recommendation of Dr. Donn to decide which one will be your best choice. Oral sedation requires that you have a ride home from your appointment. You’ll want to have a trustworthy family member or friend take you home.
Intravenous sedation represents a more potent level of sedative care. When this approach is indicated, a liquid sedative is delivered directly into the bloodstream through an IV line. As with oral sedation, patients who receive IV sedation will need to arrange transportation home following their appointment.
Rest Easy About Your Treatment With First Choice Dental of NJ
No matter what your dental experience has been in the past, we are confident that your experience here at First Choice Dental of NJ will be a comfortable and anxiety-free one. If you suffer from dental anxiety, please give us a call at 856-424-7477 or email us. We’re confident we have a solution that will relieve you of dental anxiety and help your experience here at First Choice Dental of NJ be pleasant.