{"id":187,"date":"2023-01-30T01:06:29","date_gmt":"2023-01-30T01:06:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bridgemilldentalcare.com\/blog\/?p=187"},"modified":"2023-01-30T01:06:31","modified_gmt":"2023-01-30T01:06:31","slug":"whats-it-like-being-under-dental-sedation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bridgemilldentalcare.com\/blog\/2023\/01\/30\/whats-it-like-being-under-dental-sedation\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Expect With Sedation Dentistry"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-188 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bridgemilldentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/sedation-dentistry-3-300x249.jpg\" alt=\"Woman benefiting from nitrous oxide\" width=\"300\" height=\"249\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bridgemilldentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/sedation-dentistry-3-300x249.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bridgemilldentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/sedation-dentistry-3.jpg 529w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Do your palms sweat when it\u2019s time to visit the dentist? Maybe you\u2019re worried about a painful dental procedure? No matter the reason, you may be a candidate for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bridgemilldentalcare.com\/sedation-dentistry.html\">sedation dentistry<\/a>. Contrary to common belief, you aren\u2019t \u201cput to sleep,\u201d depending on the type used. You have many sedatives to choose from based on your needs and preferences. Here\u2019s what you can expect it to feel like with each solution for sedation dentistry.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Nitrous Oxide<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Nitrous oxide, better known as \u201claughing gas,\u201d is the safest option for most patients. It\u2019s an inhaled sedative that\u2019s mixed with oxygen, which takes effect almost immediately and dissipates just as quickly.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Patients report feeling a warm, tingling sensation in their extremities while anxieties fade away until they reach a deep level of relaxation. You\u2019ll remain conscious and alert, but don\u2019t be surprised if you doze off for a short nap.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your dentist may also use a local numbing agent to block any pain signals. While the effects of nitrous oxide won\u2019t linger, it can take a few hours for any numbing agents to wear off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Oral Conscious<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Oral conscious sedation involves a prescribed medication that\u2019s taken before your appointment. As the effects kick in, you won\u2019t have any fear or anxiety. It\u2019s not uncommon to fall asleep, but you can be awakened easily to respond to your dental team\u2019s instructions. Oral conscious sedation can cause memory loss effects, which is great if you\u2019ve had a past negative dental experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It can take a few hours for the sedative to wear off, so you\u2019ll need a friend or loved one to drive you home. Your dentist will also recommend taking it easy for the rest of the day and avoiding making any important decisions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">IV Sedation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>IV sedation is reserved for patients with complex treatment plans. The sedative is delivered intravenously, allowing it to take effect quickly and giving your dentist greater control over the amount that\u2019s administered. Although you\u2019ll fall asleep, you won\u2019t be unconscious. However, you won\u2019t feel any pain and you won\u2019t remember much of your appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After the sedative is stopped, you\u2019ll be groggy for a few hours. Your dentist will recommend resting for the remainder of the day. You may have additional aftercare instructions as well, depending on your treatment plan, like limiting your activities.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Which Sedation is Right for You?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sedation dentistry is safe for most patients with good general health; however, your dentist will review your medical history and any medications you\u2019re taking to ensure there are minimal risk factors for complications. You won\u2019t have to worry about a painful or stressful day in the dentist\u2019s chair with dental sedation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About Dr. James Candon<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bridgemilldentalcare.com\/dr-james-candon.html\">Dr. Candon<\/a> earned his dental degree at the University of Maryland School of Dentistry and has continued his education in many advanced services, like sedation dentistry. Whether you\u2019re anxious about visiting the dentist or you need dental work, he can help. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bridgemilldentalcare.com\/contact.html\">Contact our office<\/a> through our website or call (803) 219-8684 to request an appointment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Do your palms sweat when it\u2019s time to visit the dentist? Maybe you\u2019re worried about a painful dental procedure? No matter the reason, you may be a candidate for sedation dentistry. Contrary to common belief, you aren\u2019t \u201cput to sleep,\u201d depending on the type used. You have many sedatives to choose from based on your needs and preferences. Here\u2019s what you can expect it to feel like with each solution for sedation dentistry. <a class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bridgemilldentalcare.com\/blog\/2023\/01\/30\/whats-it-like-being-under-dental-sedation\/\">(Read More)<\/a>","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-187","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.5 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>What&#039;s It Like Being Under Dental Sedation?<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"You can sit back and relax with sedation dentistry. 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