subject: Sedation Dentistry Offers A Way To Eliminate Dental Anxiety [print this page] Dr. Brian Gilbert, your dentist in Las Cruces, understands that you might sometimes be nervous to visit his office for even routine treatment, but it is important to understand that you do not have to fear your next dental visit. With advancements in dentistry, Dr. Gilbert utilizes sedation dentistry to help calm your fears and offer you a better way to receive treatment without anxiety. Sedation dentistry allows you to receive dental work in the most comfortable, relaxing way possible-free of pain and anxiety.
Sedation dentistry is ideal for patients who:
*Fear the sights, smells, and sounds of the dentist's office
*Have very sensitive teeth
*Have a bad gag reflex
*Have difficulty getting numb
*Have complex dental problems
*Need a lot of dental work completed in a short period of time
If your fear of dental work is preventing you from receiving the treatment you need, consider sedation dentistry.
What is Dental Anxiety?
Dental Anxiety is common, with up to 15 percent of Americans avoiding the dentist due to fear. Some people's fear of going to the dentist or getting dental procedures done is so severe that they often lose sleep at night and worry excessively about what might happen at the dentist's office. Dental anxiety may be more prominent in older people who may have experienced dental care when technologies were not as advanced as they are today.
If you suffer from dental anxiety, there are some simple ways that you can overcome it, including:
*Communicate with your dentist
*"Talk" with your hands
*Get distracted
*Consider medication
*Take a break if you need it
*Ask about sedation dentistry
It could very well be that what you fear is the unknown, so don't be afraid to talk with your dentist before your next procedure to eliminate your fears and so that you can remain comfortable throughout your procedure.
Oral Sedation for Complete Relaxation
One of the ways in which Dr. Gilbert can help eliminate your anxiety is through oral sedation. One hour prior to your appointment, the dental staff will escort you to a treatment room where you will be made comfortable and will be given a small oral sedation pill. After taking the medication, you will become extremely sleepy and relaxed. As you relax, your dentist and his staff will carefully complete all necessary dental work. Once finished, your companion will drive you home, as you will be too sleepy to drive yourself. When you are through with your procedure, you will have little to no memory of undergoing the dental procedure.
Talk to Dr. Gilbert, your Las Cruces sedation dentist, at Bright Star Dental for more information on sedation dentistry and how to overcome your dental anxiety so that you can maintain a healthy, glowing smile.
