What is Sedation Dentistry, and what can it do for me?

Dentistry has so many advances to offer today. Advances that can literally change your life, but only if you actually go to the dentist. People stay away for a variety of reasons. In fact it's been estimated that 50% of the population is either terrified, or at least uncomfortable, when a visit to the dentist is needed. So, they live in pain and never smile in public. They lose their ability to chew properly, have dark stained teeth, develop gum disease, have fractured and missing teeth, have associated diabetes and heart disease. You need to know now that dentistry does not have to be scary any longer. Sedation Dentistry enables anxiety free dental procedures to be performed during which you are calm, relaxed, comfortable, and alert. The nightmare is over.

Sedation Dentistry is a technique and art that requires extensive training and experience. Dr. Borrello is a Fellow of the Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation which is indicative of his training. He is also a Master of the Academy of General Dentistry with forty plus years of experience.

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Levels of sedation

Nitrous Oxide Sedation

Nitrous oxide is a very light form of sedation that is administered by inhalation. It takes effect rather quickly and wears off just as quickly. It may be sufficient for some people, but not for the vast majority of fearful patients. It is best used for short visits when minor procedures are completed. It's all we had for quite some time, until now.

Oral Conscious Sedation

Oral Conscious Sedation is for patients who need more than just nitrous oxide to be comfortably sedated. It works quite well for busy people who want everything done as quickly as possible. It is designed for long appointments and where two or more appointments are combined. It is administered with medications taken by mouth the night before, and one hour before the appointment. Any medication prescribed are geared to the individual's health history. Most patients have little or no memory of their visit 24 hours later, even though they were somewhat alert during their treatment. Oral Conscious Sedation is for you if any of this sounds like you...

• You are uncomfortable in the dentist's office
• You are too scared to call the dentist and make an appointment
• You can't stand the sounds and smells of the dentist's office
• You can't stand needles
• You would prefer to complete your dentistry in as few appointments as possible
• You can't stand having you teeth cleaned
• You "hate" the dentist
• You conveniently cancel appointments
• You don't like to smile

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