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Anesthetic and sedation options prevent pain and discomfort during dental procedures. Several methods may be combined for full comfort. The type used depends on your treatment plan, personal needs, and the professional opinion of your Dentist in Vancouver BC or specialist.
Types of sedation
Sedation methods fall into three main groups. We can numb a small area, sedate you while awake but relaxed, or have you sleep through the procedure with general anesthesia. Here is more about each:
Local freezing
This well known method numbs the specific area. You may feel pressure but no pain.
Sedation
Using prescription drugs, laughing gas, or IV medication, light to moderate sedation keeps you fully conscious but very relaxed. It is often combined with local freezing.
Sleep dentistry
General anesthesia or deep sedation makes you nearly or fully unconscious. Patients often do not remember the procedure. You will remain drowsy after waking and need someone to drive you home and stay with you.
Benefits of dental sedation
Sedation dentistry helps patients with many different needs. Relax and feel safe with sedation dentistry from a trusted Dentist in Vancouver BC. Contact us today to learn more or schedule your appointment.
Overcoming dental anxiety
Fear should not keep you from necessary dental care. If anxiety or fear prevents you from visiting the dentist, please tell us. We can help.
Make time pass quickly
Long procedures can be uncomfortable, but sedation keeps you calm and relaxed. IV sedation makes the time feel like it passes instantly.
Tailored to your needs
If you have a sensitive gag reflex, restless leg syndrome, or local freezing does not work, sedation can make treatment possible and comfortable.
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to schedule an initial consultation & exam.
Your consultation will include an examination of everything from your teeth, gums and soft tissues to the shape and condition of your bite. Generally, we want to see how your whole mouth looks and functions. Before we plan your treatment we want to know everything about the health and aesthetic of your smile, and most importantly, what you want to achieve so we can help you get there.
Frequently Asked Questions
We review your medical history carefully to decide if sedation is right for you.
Sedation makes you feel relaxed and drowsy quickly. Some people notice a mild tingling. You may have mild amnesia and not recall the procedure.
Most sedation options do not mean you are fully asleep. Sedation helps you feel very calm, and many patients do not remember the procedure afterward.
Yes. When sedation is used, you should have a friend or family member drive you home and stay with you while you recover.
We recommend taking the rest of the day off after sedation. Drowsiness can last from 2 to 8 hours depending on the sedation type. It is best to allow 24 hours before resuming your normal routine.
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