{"id":109,"date":"2018-03-20T14:13:01","date_gmt":"2018-03-20T14:13:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.silvercreekdentistry.com\/blog\/?p=109"},"modified":"2018-03-20T14:13:01","modified_gmt":"2018-03-20T14:13:01","slug":"sedation-dentist-in-ripon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.silvercreekdentistry.com\/blog\/2018\/03\/sedation-dentist-in-ripon\/","title":{"rendered":"Bye-Bye, Anxiety! Your Sedation Dentist Helps You Relax!"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"happyDo shivers of fear run down your spine when you think about going to the dentist? Do you have nightmares about tiny mirrors, dental drills, and shots? If your dentist has become a boogeyman in your mind, you\u2019re not alone. Lots of folks experience some level of dental anxiety. Your feelings might be even more intense if it\u2019s been a few years since your last appointment and now you\u2019re afraid you might need to have some major work done. Well, now you can relax. Your sedation dentist in Ripon can make your next visit as easy as pie!<\/p>\n

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About Sedation Dentistry<\/h2>\n

The goal of sedation dentistry is to help patients have an anxiety-free experience no matter what treatment they\u2019re getting done. It employs various drugs to help you relax during the appointment.<\/p>\n

There are a few different types of sedation that your dentist might use:<\/p>\n

Nitrous Oxide<\/h3>\n

Nitrous oxide (laughing gas) is a popular choice because it works quickly and wears off quickly, even allowing you to drive yourself home after your appointment.<\/p>\n

Oral Conscious Sedation<\/h3>\n

If your anxiety level is high enough that nitrous oxide won\u2019t do the trick, oral conscious sedation might be a better choice. You\u2019ll have to take a pill shortly before your appointment. It\u2019ll induce feelings of well-being but allow you to stay conscious so you can still respond to your dentist\u2019s questions. It works by reducing activity in the areas of your brain that control fear and anxiety. Many patients like this type of sedation because it delivers a high level of relaxation without requiring the use of a needle.<\/p>\n

After all is said and done, you may not even remember what went on during your appointment. The drug takes several hours to wear off, so you\u2019ll need to have someone drive you to and from the dentist\u2019s office.<\/p>\n

IV Sedation<\/h3>\n

This method delivers a drug right into your bloodstream. It is powerful enough to help even the most extreme cases of dental anxiety. It\u2019s also easy for your dentist to adjust your level of sedation throughout the treatment. However, as is true of the other sedation techniques, you\u2019ll still be responsive while you\u2019re getting your teeth worked on.<\/p>\n

What Are the Advantages of Sedation Dentistry?<\/h2>\n

The biggest advantage of sedation is that it whisks away your dental anxiety. However, it comes with other benefits as well:<\/p>\n