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Sedation Dentist – Commack, NY
Curbing Dental Anxiety to Improve Experiences
Dental anxiety no longer needs to keep you from seeing your dentist now that sedation dentistry in Commack is available. Whether it is oral conscious sedation, nitrous oxide, IV sedation, or general anesthesia, Dr. Silfa can create a more comfortable, stress-free environment so that you receive the dental care you need. Give us a call to find out if you qualify.
Why Choose Silfa Dental for Sedation Dentistry?
- Four Types of Sedation Dentistry Available
- In-House Loyalty Membership for Uninsured Patients
- Comfort-Focused Approach to Minimize Anxiety
Oral Conscious Sedation
Administered in the form of a prescribed pill, you will take the medication before your appointment. Helping you to feel comfortable throughout your visit, you may become sleepy, but you’ll remain cognizant enough to respond to our cues. Because the effects take time to wear off, you will need someone to drive you home following your appointment.
IV Sedation
If you have extreme dental anxiety or are undergoing a long, more complex procedure, IV sedation is an option for you. We will administer the medication directly in the bloodstream, causing the patient to feel immediately relaxed and at ease. Many patients who get IV sedation don’t remember anything about their appointment. This can be a great benefit for those who don’t want any more fearful memories of dental experience. Continue reading to learn more about IV sedation, who makes a good candidate, and its benefits.
What Is IV Sedation?
IV sedation is delivered directly into the bloodstream. This means that you will feel a difference almost right away. Even though you will be fully relaxed, you will remain awake through the treatment. However, you likely won’t have many memories from your time at the dental office. During your procedure, we will keep a close eye on your vitals to make sure that you are safe. After your procedure, the effects of the medicine will take some time to wear off, so it’s important that a trusted friend or family member take you home from your treatment.
Who Is a Good Candidate for IV Sedation?
IV sedation is usually used for long procedures. It can also help those who have severe dental phobia related to the dental treatment or the dental office. Additionally, IV sedation is an excellent option for people with a sensitive gag reflex, TMJ dysfunction, and neuromuscular issues that can make it difficult to keep their mouth open throughout the duration of a dental procedure. Before your treatment, we will discuss your anxiety levels, health history, and medications to rule out the possibility of complications.
The Benefits of IV Sedation
There are many benefits of IV sedation. Here are a few of the most common ones that our patients experience:
- Quick: The effects set in quickly because the medication is administered directly in the bloodstream.
- Constant: We control the flow of medication, giving patients a constant state of relaxation.
- Amnesia: IV sedation prevents additional stress-related memories associated with the dental office.
- Dental Care: Patients with dental phobia can receive the essential dental care they need to maintain a healthy smile.
General Anesthesiology / Sleep Dentistry
When multiple procedures or severe dental anxiety occur, general anesthesia may be recommended. Also known as sleep dentistry, this allows you to remain unaware of what is happening throughout your procedure so that when you wake, everything is complete, and you have no recollection of what occurred during your visit.
Nitrous Oxide Sedation
As the mildest form of sedation dentistry, this inhaled mixture of nitrous oxide and oxygen allows you to feel at ease and comfortable. Nitrous oxide is known to cause a warm sensation, and you may feel somewhat sleepy; however, once the nasal mask is removed, the effects will immediately wear off, allowing you to resume normal activity.
