How Sedation Dentistry Helps

Dental anxiety is a common problem for a lot of people that can interfere with getting their necessary dental care. Our dentist in Northridge offers sedation dentistry to help ease your feelings of anxiety or fear, so that you can get the care you need. Sedation dentistry uses special medications that are designed to slow the response of the central nervous system. In most cases, you will remain awake, but your response to anxiety will be dulled, such as the sound of the drill or the various sensations. Local anesthetics will be used to alleviate any pain you have, also.

Several sedatives are available for us in dental patients. These include inhaled, oral and intravenous medications. Once the sedation has been administered, you will start to feel calm and relaxed. Some patients may also experience a mildly euphoric feeling. With IV sedation, it allows you to sleep through the procedure even.

Overall, 20 percent of people have dental anxiety ranging from mild to severe. With our help, we can make you feel more relaxed, and help you take control of your anxiety to move beyond your fears. Sedation allows us to complete the procedure safely and efficiently without sacrificing your physical or emotional comfort. Call us to learn more about available sedation options or to schedule an appointment with our sedation dentist in Northridge.