Orchard Park Dental

If you have extreme anxiety or fear about going to the dentist, even for routine dental work, IV sedation may be your best option. Dental anxiety can lead to putting off regular dental appointments, which can result in more serious issues over time. IV sedation puts you in a relaxed, semi-awake state and can help reduce the need for multiple visits. When you receive IV sedation at Orchard Park Dental , your dentist injects the medication directly into your bloodstream. The sedative takes effect quickly and makes you less aware of your surroundings and what type of treatment is taking place. However, you will still be able to respond to questions and instructions from your dentist. This allows you to remain comfortable and calm throughout the procedure. A dental professional will monitor your heart and breathing rates throughout the entire process to ensure that the sedation is working as intended. The dentists who perform this type of sedation typically use benzodiazepines. These are ...