Is Sedation Dentistry safe?

Patients who come to the periodontist may be a bit concerned about discomfort accompanying the interventions used to treat gum disease, whether the treatment is surgical or non-invasive. Sedation dentistry is available to ease these patients’ qualms, but some may be hesitant to take advantage of that method as well due to questions about its…

Sedation Dentistry: Will I be “unconscious?"

As you begin to think about your upcoming dental visit, it’s natural that you will have questions about what you should expect. You’ve selected an experienced periodontist who offers sedation dentistry, and you have a complete understanding as to the periodontal treatment that has been recommended for you. Still, you may be wondering how you’ll feel during…

Understanding Dental Anxiety

In your relationship with your periodontist, open communication and mutual respect can completely transform your dental experience. Whether you are in need of a periodontal examination or a surgical procedure, a successful outcome is partly dependent upon clinical excellence, and a portion depends on our understanding of your comfort level. When you feel comfortable and…

Sedation Dentistry: What are my options?

Patients can be especially skittish about procedures involving the soft tissues of the mouth, and they may request that the periodontist take additional measures to ensure their comfort during deep cleanings or surgical interventions. Sedation dentistry can benefit patients who are facing treatment for gum disease or cosmetic procedures that make the gums more symmetrical…

Sedation Dentistry: Will I Remember Anything?

If anxiety and fear have prevented you from seeking professional dental care, sedation dentistry offers a number of options designed to promote relaxation and comfort. According to your particular level of apprehension, your periodontist can recommend the form of sedation that will be most appropriate for you. Safe and commonly prescribed medications, general anesthesia, nitrous…