Sedation Dentistry - Chicago, IL
Sedation Dentistry Provides an Optimal Dental Experience
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If the idea of going to the dentist makes you feel anxious, you’re not alone. Research has found that dental anxiety is caused by different factors, including traumatic dental experiences in childhood, lack of understanding, body image issues, and the thought of reclining in a dental chair, as well as sensory triggers like needles, drills, and smells. At Chicago Dental Implant Solutions, we aim to deliver clinically excellent care that is as painless and comfortable as possible. When administered by clinicians with advanced training and certification, sedation dentistry is a proven and safe method for alleviating dental anxiety.
To help determine if IV sedation dentistry is right for you, we’ll complete a thorough consultation, including reviewing your current medications and medical history. We’ve seen how dental anesthesia in Chicago, IL, alleviated our patients’ fears, positively changed their relationship with dentistry, and ultimately benefited their smile, health, and happiness! If you’re looking for a top-rated practice with soothing sedation anesthesia near you, we have your needs covered at three relaxing Chicagoland locations.
Benefits of Dental Anesthesia
- Enhanced relaxation during dental visits
- Decreased dental anxiety and fear
- Reduced gag reflex and tooth sensitivity
- Fewer appointments and the ability to combine treatments
- Lasting health benefits of receiving essential care
From Panic to Peace: The Secret to Dealing with Dental Anxiety
Soothing IV Sedation Dentistry
IV sedation dentistry provides several primary advantages compared to other types of dental anesthesia, including rapid onset of action and the ability to control the sedative dosage and duration. It also provides higher levels of efficacy than oral sedation or nitrous oxide, so it’s a good choice for more complex procedures such as full mouth dental implants. The most common medication used is the antianxiety drug class benzodiazepine (e.g., diazepam or midazolam). Because IV sedation doesn’t control physical pain, it’s used with local anesthetics.
During IV sedation dentistry in Chicago, IL, we administer the medication through a vein in your hand or arm into your bloodstream. Within seconds, you’ll feel relaxed and at ease. We monitor your heart rate, oxygen levels, blood pressure, and breathing during your procedure. IV sedation can cause amnesic effects, so you’ll likely forget parts of your treatment or the entire procedure. This type of dental anesthesia can have lingering side effects for up to 24 hours. Therefore, a designated adult will need to drive you home.
The Risks of Avoiding Professional Dental Care
People who suffer from more severe degrees of dental anxiety believe a terrible thing will happen during dental treatment, so they avoid seeing a dentist. Sometimes, people with dental fear only visit a dentist for acute emergencies. This often requires complicated and traumatic procedures, thereby reinforcing fear and complete avoidance of future professional dental care. This behavior ultimately results in poor oral health, including extensive tooth decay and periodontal disease.
When left untreated, periodontal disease causes tooth loss and other health issues when inflammation in soft tissue enters the bloodstream. Advanced periodontitis is associated with worsening symptoms in people with diabetes, respiratory disease, and heart disease, and research suggests it significantly raises the risk of kidney, pancreatic, and blood cancers in men. Sedation dentistry at Chicago Dental Implant Solutions is a game changer that ensures you get the professional dental care you need, preventing oral health issues from impacting far more than your teeth and gums!
