Sedation Dentistry – Arvada, CO
Soothing Your
Dental Fears
Some patients have had unpleasant experiences at the dentist in the past. Others simply dislike the sound of dental equipment. And of course, many patients struggle with dental phobia. There are countless reasons why you might be tempted to avoid seeing a dentist, but no matter the case, this decision only puts your smile at risk. Fortunately, Dr. Paylor can use different forms of sedation to keep you calm and relaxed whenever you visit West Arvada Family Dental. Call our team today to discuss potential solutions for your dental anxiety, including sedation dentistry in Arvada, CO.
Why Choose West Arvada Family Dental for Sedation Dentistry?
- Locally-Owned Dental Office That Welcomes All Ages
- Fast-Acting Nitrous Oxide Sedation
- Passionate Dentist and Caring Team
Nitrous Oxide Sedation Dentistry
You’ve probably heard of using nitrous oxide, or laughing gas, as a sedative at the dentist’s office before. It doesn’t actually make you laugh, but it does put you in a very content, highly relaxed state, making it extremely easy to stay comfortable during your visit. We’ll keep a close eye on you so that we can adjust your sedation level if we need to. After the treatment, the effects of nitrous oxide will go away quickly, so you can get back to the rest of your day without worrying about side effects.
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Oral Conscious Dental Sedation
If you’re feeling particularly anxious about your dental treatment, we can give you oral medication to put your body in a relaxed and rested state during your appointment. The medication must be taken ahead of time, usually in the hours before the appointment itself. Time will seem to pass by very quickly while you’re under the effects of oral conscious sedation, and you likely won’t have any memories of the visit itself. You’ll need to ask a friend or family member to drive you to and from your appointment. To learn more about oral conscious sedation, click on the button below.
What is Oral Conscious Sedation?
Most dentists recommend oral conscious sedation to patients having trouble overcoming their anxiety or discomfort. Some commonly prescribed medications include Valium, Ativan, and Halcion. Regardless of the type you use, you’ll be asked to take it at some point before your procedure. Shortly after ingesting it, you’ll begin to feel the effects.
How Does Oral Conscious Sedation Work?
Although oral conscious sedation will make you feel deeply relaxed and sleepy, it will not produce unconsciousness. You might drift off to a light slumber, but it should be fairly easy for you to be awakened by a light shake. Since you’ll be instructed to take it before your appointment, you need to have a loved one drive you to and from the appointment.
When you get to our office, you should feel very relaxed. Throughout your appointment, our team will keep a close eye on your vitals to ensure you’re safe and comfortable. After a few hours, the effects will begin to wear off. Make sure you take it easy for the rest of the day until you feel back to normal.
Are You a Good Candidate for Oral Conscious Sedation?
Not sure if you’re a good candidate for oral conscious sedation? Dr. Paylor may recommend it if you:
- Suffer from mild to severe dental fear, anxiety, or nervousness
- Regularly cancel or reschedule appointments because of nerves
- Have a sensitive gag reflex
- Are receiving multiple dental treatments in one appointment
- Cannot keep your mouth open for long
- Have trouble sitting still in the treatment chair
- Have difficulty getting numb with local anesthesia
- Had a bad dental experience in the past