Sedation Dentistry offers the patient a relaxed and comfortable visit to the dentist. During these visits, the patient can have years of dental treatment completed in as few as one or two appointments.
Below are some answers to common questions about Sedation Dentist
Below are some answers to common questions about Sedation Dentist
Overview
Sedation dentistry works by putting the patient into a relaxed but conscious state. You will be given a small pill, helping you relax throughout the whole appointment. While in this relaxed state, you can have numerous dental procedures performed that would have taken several appointments otherwise. Your fear and anxiety of going to the dentist will no longer be a factor.
Benefits
Patients who have fear or anxiety about visiting the dentist are good candidates. This includes patients who are afraid of needles, sounds, tastes, smells associated with visiting the dentist.
If you have a gag reflex, you may also be a good candidate for sedation.
Because numerous dental procedures can be performed on the same visit, you are a good candidate if you have numerous dental problems or a limited amount of time.
If you've suffered a traumatic dental experience and now have a heightened fear of the dentist, sedation dentistry can make your visit to the dentist a relaxing and comfortable visit.
If you have a gag reflex, you may also be a good candidate for sedation.
Because numerous dental procedures can be performed on the same visit, you are a good candidate if you have numerous dental problems or a limited amount of time.
If you've suffered a traumatic dental experience and now have a heightened fear of the dentist, sedation dentistry can make your visit to the dentist a relaxing and comfortable visit.
Expectations during your Appointment
You will be given a pill to take prior to your sedation appointment. You will need to bring along a friend to take you home after your treatment is completed.
When you arrive at your appointment, you will be escorted to one of our chairs and your vitals will be monitored. You will be made as comfortable as possible including blankets and pillows to keep you warm and comfy. While you are relaxing, Dr. Vu and the Center for Dental Excellence team will perform all of the required dental procedures.
After your procedures are completed, your friend will escort you back home.
When you arrive at your appointment, you will be escorted to one of our chairs and your vitals will be monitored. You will be made as comfortable as possible including blankets and pillows to keep you warm and comfy. While you are relaxing, Dr. Vu and the Center for Dental Excellence team will perform all of the required dental procedures.
After your procedures are completed, your friend will escort you back home.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will I be completely unconscious during my appointment?
Will I need to bring a driver with me?
How safe is sedation dentistry?
How long will I be under sedation?
- No, you will be in a very relaxed state and still be responsive.
Will I need to bring a driver with me?
- Yes, you will need to bring a friend to help drive you home after your procedure.
How safe is sedation dentistry?
- Very safe. Throughout your whole visit, you will be in a very relaxed but alert state. Your vital signs will also be continuously monitored throughout the appointment.
How long will I be under sedation?
- This depends on the length of the dental procedures that you require, usually from a 2 to 6 hours. However, you will be required to bring a friend along as it is unsafe to drive after your appointment. It is recommended that after your appointment, you return home and rest until the drowsiness wears off.
Dr. Vu's Experience with Sedation Dentistry
Dr. Vu has trained for many years with multiple dental and medical organizations for adult sedation and hypnosis. These include the Dental Organization of Conscious Sedation (DOCS) and American Society of Clinical Hypnosis as well as her many years of study at UCSF-Fresno University Medical Center, Loyola University Medical Center, University of Florida Dental School, and Creighton University Dental School. She has also completed a pediatric sedation residency at University of Florida, Gainesville. Throughout the years, she has performed countless sedation operations on both adults as well as pediatrics.
