Sedation Dentistry –Springfield IL – What types of procedures can be performed with Sedation?

Do you dread the thought of going to the dentist due to a fear or phobia? If so then you are not alone. There is a quick and easy solution to that problem to ensure that the health of your teeth does not suffer due to this fear. Sedation dentistry refers to calming and relaxing the patient before beginning any treatment. Sedation dentistry involves using pharmacological agents belonging to a class of drugs known as sedatives to reduce the anxiety of the patient. There are three types of sedation depending on the anxiety level or the complexity of the procedure:

• Minimal sedation (the patient is relaxed but can still respond to verbal or physical stimulation)

• Moderate sedation (the patient is highly relaxed & only responds when the dentist purposefully stimulates them)

• Deep sedation (the patient is not conscious during the procedure)

So, you may be asking yourself what types of procedure can be performed with sedation dentistry? Well, the answer to that is simple. There are many types of dental treatments that can use sedation dentistry. It can be used for both short and long procedures and for anything from basic fillings, to crowns, implants and extractions. Sedation dentistry is pretty much available for any patient who requires it, regardless of the procedure, as long as health issues do not get in the way.

There are endless benefits with sedation dentistry. It is the ideal solution to minimize the stress and pain of visiting your dentist. If you decide to go with deeper sedation you will not have any memory of your procedure being carried out at all. It also gives complete control to your dentist during the procedure and enables them to concentrate fully on the task in hand.

Dr. VanderMolen and Advanced Dental Care of Springfield are your experts in Sedation Dentistry in Springfield IL. For more information or to schedule a consultation, contact us at 217-546-3333 or info@smilespringfield.com