Sedation Dentistry Specialist

Avoid Lifelong Trauma with IV Sedation Dentistry in Glendale, AZ

Do you know any adults who are terrified of the dentist?

Do they avoid getting routine dental care because of their fear?

Avoiding care leads them to dental problems like cavities and gum disease, which hurt.

Getting those treated is expensive and can be painful, reinforcing their fear of dentists.

Nine times out of then, those people can trace their fear of dentists to a bad childhood experience.

Pediatric sedation dentistry involves the use of substances to help relax the patient. What we use depends on:
 

• Patient Health History
• Degree of Sedation Required
• Procedure

• The top reason is probably anxiety. Anxiety or prior trauma can cause some children to panic at the mere thought of the dentist. Using light sedation for those patients can help them relax and eliminate the need for sedation in later visits.
• Fidgeting is another reason to choose sedation. Children’s mouths are small, and they have to be still for dental visits. However, some children struggle with fidgeting and cannot sit still long enough for an exam, cleaning, or other procedures. Sedation dentistry can help them relax.
• Special needs is an umbrella term to describe children with medical or emotional conditions that require sedation. For example, many children with autism find the sounds of dental instruments to be very stressful. Children with a sensitive gag reflex might vomit without sedation. We assess your child’s medical needs and will recommend sedation if it is indicated.
• Extended work. Even adults find it challenging to sit still for lengthy procedures like root canals or dental extractions. We recommend sedation if your child’s treatment takes an extended time.

Nitrous Oxide, also known as laughing gas, is an inhalation sedation technique that lets you relax during visits.

IV sedation dentistry involves administering sedation medication through IV so you can relax during your visit.

General anesthesia is generally reserved for lengthy procedures or for patients with extreme anxiety or other concerns that indicate it. We administer general anesthesia by IV medication and monitor your pulse and oxygen levels while under sedation.

Not many people love going to the dentist, especially if major dental work is required. Some people develop anxiety that keeps them from getting the dental care they need. At Paseo Ranch Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics in Glendale, Arizona, the highly trained team wants to make your dental experience positive. They offer sedation dentistry to help you feel fully relaxed during your appointment and procedure. Call to schedule your next dental appointment or book online today.