People find a variety of reasons not to visit the dentist, and dental anxiety is usually at the top of the list. According to the Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation, about 30 percent of the population avoids going to the dentist because of this fear. For about 4 percent of the population, this fear is immobilizing, and is classified as dental phobia.
Whether it’s fear of the needle, the smells, or the overall pain of dental procedures, this fear keeps people from seeking the dental care they truly need. This is why we, at Kristen Ritzau, DDS offer sedation dentistry.
Sedation dentistry is a way of working on your teeth without the anxiety that comes with it. There are three types of sedation commonly used today:
If you choose oral or IV sedation you will need someone you trust to drive you home after the appointment. The sedatives cause extreme relaxation and memory loss, so although it will feel like you were put to sleep, you will be alert during the procedure.
You should consider sedation dentistry if:
Sedation dentistry is particularly helpful for when you have a complex or relatively long dental procedure. You can shorten the process by getting it all done in one visit rather than stretching out the work.
Regular cleanings and dental checkups are important to maintaining oral health. If you are plagued by dental anxiety, talk to Kristen Ritzau, DDS about the possibility of getting sedated during dental procedures.
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