Stress-Free Dentistry in Yakima, WA
There's no room for dental anxiety at Lakeside Dentistry.
Say goodbye to anxiety and hello to relaxing in the dentist’s chair with sedation dentistry. If you have dental anxiety or fear, then you’re not alone. Sedation dentistry helps patients relax with a safe, controlled medicine.
Children who are terribly scared, uncooperative, or can’t sit still at the dentist can benefit from sedation dentistry as well. This is safe and effective in getting them through the visit to the dentist.
Sedation dentistry is for people with:
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Extreme anxiety or fear of the dentist
- Highly sensitive teeth or a strong gag reflex
- Lots of procedures in one day or trouble sitting still
Find out if sedation dentistry is right for you.
Benefits of Sedation Dentistry
If you’ve been putting a dentist visit off for too long because of your fear, then sedation dentistry may be for you. Your oral health is very important and affects your overall health, so it’s essential that you visit the dentist twice a year or as needed for maintenance and dental work.
Options include minimal sedation, moderate sedation, deep sedation, and general anesthesia. You’re conscious for all except under general anesthesia. The process isn’t complicated.
Here at Lakeside Dentistry we offer minimal sedation with the options of nitrous oxide (laughing gas) and /or an oral antianxiety medication.
- Step 1
Before treatment, we’ll discuss medical history, allergies, and your current medication list to ensure that sedation dentistry is safe for you.
- Step 2
Then together we’ll determine the best option for you depending on your level of anxiety and the procedure being performed.
- Step 3
We proceed with the dentist visit while you feel at ease. Along with the sedation medicine, our dentist may use a local anesthetic to ensure the area is numb and doesn’t cause any discomfort.
Not going to the dentist can cost you more money, time, and stress in the long run. An untreated dental problem can become a big issue if ignored. Let us help you maintain or fix your teeth and gums and help you feel at ease with sedation dentistry at Yakima, WA.
FAQ About Sedation Dentistry
- Does sedation dentistry really work?
Yes, sedation dentistry works to ease anxiety and improve comfort during a dentist visit.
- What is used for sedation dentistry?
There are different types of sedation dentistry options, including inhaled minimal sedation through nitrous oxide, oral sedation in pill form typically prescribed and taken before treatment, and IV moderate sedation in which a sedative enters the body via a vein.
You’ll be given the best option for your needs, and we’ll also consider your history, medications, and procedure.
There’s also deep sedation general anesthesia in which medications will make one nearly unconscious or asleep. The dentist wakes you up when the procedure is done. If used, you’ll be given instructions before and after your appointment. This is not typical for normal sedation dentistry but can be used for more serious dental work or special instances.
At Lakeside Dentistry we offer minimal sedation options.
- How much does Sedation Dentistry cost?
The cost of sedation dentistry is dependent upon the type of sedation being used and for how long.
Please contact Lakeside Dentistry in Yakima, WA to discuss your sedation dentistry needs.
- How long does the sedation last?
We make sure sedation lasts long enough for your dentist visit and procedure, but the exact amount of time depends on the type of sedation dentistry used.