Advantages of Sedation Dentistry

The modern dental office is focused increasingly on your experience as a patient. Dentists want patients to develop a habit of routine care.

2011-03-13

WASHINGTON, DC, March 13, 2011 (Press-News.org) The modern dental office is focused increasingly on your experience as a patient. Dentists want patients to develop a habit of routine care. Teeth are a primary concern when it comes to overall health as well. Sedation dentistry creates a positive experience that results in less anxiety and regular treatment.

Sedation Dentistry Helps Avoid Tension in the Dentist's Chair

More fearful patients are returning to the dentist's chair after years of neglect because of sedation dentistry. A true dental phobia among patients is rare but most people experience some form of anxiety at the dentist. Sedation provides a way for patients to overcome fear and anxiety to achieve positive results.

Under sedation the muscles in your body will respond by relaxing. As a sedated patient, you will experience less post-operative soreness than if you were under only a general anesthetic. Tense jaw muscles are often the unconscious result of a nervous patient.

It may feel difficult to relax in the dentist chair and it is not uncommon to be unaware of the stress. Any tension makes it more difficult for the dentist to perform even a routine procedure. Sedation dentistry often makes it possible to take more time in a procedure, resulting in fewer visits. This is particularly helpful for cosmetic dentistry work.

The deep relaxation you can experience has lead to the term sleep dentistry, but you are alert during the procedure. Sedation has some amnesiac effects so time spent in treatment will seem to fly and little memory remains of the experience. Some of the advantages of sedation dentistry include:

- Helps anxious patients to maintain routine dental care
- Less post-operative soreness
- May require fewer visits for complex procedures

Choose an Experienced Sedation Dentist

Dentists need specialized training in sedation techniques to be recognized by the American Dental Association. Consider the education, experience and training before choosing a sedation dentist. Sedation is an effective and safe choice if you have a variety of dental needs. If you have dental anxiety or prohibitive medical conditions, you may wish to choose sedation dentistry.

For a deeper look into the advantages of sedation dentistry, please visit the website of Softouch Dental Care serving patients in Northern Virginia including Tysons Corner, Fairfax, Reston, Alexandria, Arlington and Washington, D.C.

Website: http://www.softouchdentalcare.com

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Advantages of Sedation Dentistry

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