Sedation Dentistry in Red Oak, TX

Relax and Rest Easy During Your Dental Visit

Going to the dentist can cause anxiety for many patients. Whether you have a fear of needles, sensitive teeth, or just get nervous in the dental chair, dental visits can feel stressful. At Pearson Family Dentistry in Red Oak, TX, we understand dental anxiety. That’s why we offer personalized sedation dentistry services to help you feel completely comfortable and relaxed during your visit. With sedation, you can finally relax and rest easy while receiving the dental care you need.

Sedation dentistry involves using medication to induce a state of relaxation before and during your dental treatment. With sedation, you may feel drowsy, calmer, and even drift into sleep during your visit. This allows us to safely perform dental procedures while you remain relaxed and comfortable. Sedation helps reduce anxiety and fear associated with dental visits. Here's more about our sedation services, so you can find out if you’re a good candidate for a more relaxing dental experience.

Are You a Good Candidate for Sedation?

Many dental patients can benefit from sedation, including:

• Those with a fear of the dentist or dental anxiety

• Patients who’ve had traumatic dental experiences in the past

• People bothered by dental office sights, sounds, or smells

• Those with sensitive teeth or a strong gag reflex

• Patients needing complex or longer treatments

• Anyone wanting a more comfortable visit

If dental appointments make you feel anxious or afraid, sedation dentistry can help. With medication to relax you, our team can complete dental treatments while you remain at ease. Sedation helps create a calming, spa-like environment so you can finally relax at the dentist.

Our Sedation Options

We offer several forms of sedation to suit your needs:

Nitrous Oxide

Also called laughing gas, nitrous oxide is inhaled through a mask during your visit. It brings on feelings of relaxation and calm within minutes. Nitrous oxide wears off quickly after the mask is removed. It’s great for mild anxiety and routine visits.

Oral Sedation

We can prescribe a sedative pill to take before your appointment to help you feel drowsy and relaxed. Oral sedatives last longer than nitrous oxide. They work well for moderate anxiety.

IV Sedation

We administer IV medications to induce deep relaxation and even sleep during your visit. You’ll wear an oxygen mask to aid breathing as we monitor your vital signs. IV sedation works well for longer, more complex treatments and severe anxiety.

We’ll discuss your dental anxiety and recommend the optimal type of sedation for your needs. Our goal is to keep you comfortable throughout your treatment.

What to Expect With Sedation

Here’s what you can expect when using sedation dentistry services:

• A consultation to discuss sedation options and recommend the right method for you

• Taking a sedative medication before your visit either at home or in our office

• Monitoring of your vital signs throughout your dental treatment

• Remaining relaxed or even asleep during your procedure

• Little to no memory of the dental work performed

• Quick recovery with only mild drowsiness after your visit

Sedation allows us to perform all your needed dental care efficiently while you remain comfortable. You’ll leave feeling relaxed and renewed, with no memory of the stresses of dental treatment.

Is Sedation Dentistry Safe?

When administered properly by dental professionals, sedation dentistry is extremely safe and effective. It does not interfere with your breathing or heart function when used correctly. Sedation also keeps your blood pressure lower during dental procedures, making treatment safer compared to feeling anxious and in pain.

We closely monitor you throughout your visit to avoid side effects and ensure your optimal safety. With sedation, you can relax knowing you’re in good hands.

Experience Relaxation with Sedation Dentistry

If anxiety has kept you from proper dental care, sedation services can change that. Relaxation is vital to your comfort and our ability to provide the quality care you deserve. Discover how sedation can help you feel at ease. Call Pearson Family Dentistry today in Red Oak, TX to learn more and schedule a consultation. We look forward to helping you relax and rest easy during your next dental visit.