The availability of sedation in dentistry made it possible for people who fear the dentist or dental procedures get the care they need and deserve. What it does is, once a particular sedation option is administered, the patient will then feel more relaxed despite the presence of the things they initially thought was fearful. Due to this, dentists will be able to perform the dental procedures needed for the maintenance of a patient’s oral wellness.At Dream Dental, the option our patients can take advantage of is oral sedation. As its name implies, this type of sedative used is in the form of a pill. The type or dosage of the medicine to give the patient depends on the result of the initial consultation performed. Some of the factors considered include the types, number, and duration of dental procedures to perform. It is to make sure that the patient will be given the right dose and that its effects would last all throughout.

Advantages of Oral Sedation

Needle-freePatients who do not like the thought of being pricked by a needle can rest easy since the use of the fear-inducing device is no longer necessary.Patients can stay responsiveThe goal of oral sedation is to make patients calm and drowsy but not enough to put them to sleep. Patients would still be able to respond to the instructions given by the dentist when needed.Easy to deliverAs already mentioned above, oral sedation dentistry is in the form of a pill that is given to the patient beforehand. They would then need to take the said medicine as advised by the dentist to make sure that it has taken effect by the time the procedure is to be performed.SafeOne more reason for patients to rest easy when considering an oral sedation option is the pill it uses has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Due to this, patients can be sure that there is no risk of any harmful side effects.

Disadvantages

• It would take time before the dentist can change the level of dosage given to the patient.
• Patients would need to ask assistance from their friends or family to drive them to the dental office and back to the house for their safety.
• Effects are not immediate. Patients would need to take the medication an hour or so for it to work.

There is nothing to be embarrassed about being fearful about the dentist, know that you are not alone. Instead of delaying treatments, why not consider the measures made available for everyone to get the oral care they need and deserve.Everyone deserves an anxious-free and comfortable dental experience that is why we offer Sedation Dentistry in Goodlettsville, TN! To avail of the service, book your appointment with us at Dream Dental; 900 Conference Drive #6A, Goodlettsville, TN 37072.