Oral Sedation
We don’t take it personally – some people are just fearful of dental procedures, and we understand that. There are options available to calm your nerves and make dental appointments more comfortable.
At BigSmiles Dental Care, our experienced dentist Dr. Larry Lu offers oral sedation – which means we can give you medication to relieve your anxiety and minimize any discomfort during a dental visit. Oral sedation has always been used during oral surgeries but is now becoming a popular option to relieve anxiety during many other dental procedures.
It’s particularly useful for people with a fear of dental visits, people with a history of anxiety/panicking. It is also often preferred by people who would simply rather not be “aware” during a procedure.
You are allowed to go home following the procedure, but cannot drive for the rest of the day — and must be accompanied by a responsible adult. The medication wears off very quickly but could leave you feeling unsteady for the first few hours.
For more information about oral sedation, and to see if it’s right for you, contact BigSmiles Dental Care in Cloverdale today.
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A: You may feel a bit unsteady on your feet, but the medication wears off fairly quickly. You must be accompanied home by a responsible adult, and you cannot drive for the rest of the day. Once you’re at home, you should rest quietly, but you can eat normally (providing you don’t have dietary restrictions because of your procedure).
A: It depends on your coverage, but most dental plans cover sedation when administered with oral surgery. We would be happy to help you understand your available coverage, so please ask us at your next appointment.