Sleep Dentistry Bella Vista
Sleep Dentistry Bella Vista
Sleep dentistry, which can also be referred to as ‘sedation dentistry’ involves creating a calm and relaxed experience for those who suffer from anxiety when it comes to going to the dentist. Agents to help relaxation can be administered in various forms, such as sedatives, oral drugs or via intravenous, inhalation, intramuscular, and submucosal means. Using these methods are intended to reduce anxiety so your treatment can be carried out free from fear, stress or tension.
Dental Anxieties
Those who suffer from one or more types of dental anxiety tend to exhibit fear, nervousness or stress whenever they’re in a dentist’s office or chair. Certain triggers can induce these anxieties, such as:
Signs and Symptoms of Dental Anxiety
Those who suffer from one or more types of dental anxiety can exhibit symptoms such as:
Types of Sleep Dentistry
There are various methods we can use at Oralux Dental Bella Vista to put you at ease during your visit or treatment. It’s important you let us know what type and level of anxiety you suffer from during your visit. This allows us to work out the best way to help keep you calm and relaxed.
Management of the Anxiety or Phobia
Oral Medications
Conscious Sedation
Benefits of Sleep Dentistry
The main benefits of sleep dentistry include a reduction of anxiety in most patients. It allows the experience to be as minimal discomfort and calm as possible, which in turn helps your dentist to perform your treatment faster and more efficiently. It also helps to alleviate any further anxieties when it comes to going to the dentist, as patients who have a good experience tend to feel calmer during subsequent visits.
As anxiety often stops people coming to see the dentist, sleep dentistry can offer a viable and less daunting alternative to traditional appointments.
Benefits of Sleep Dentistry
The key with all phobias and anxieties is to be upfront and honest about them with your Oralux dentist during your visit or consultation. We build 15 minutes into the consultation to discuss your sleep dentistry options with you, and we recommend you take full advantage of that time. For example, if you have a phobia of needles, we can discuss the use of numbing patches before the needle is inserted, which can help counter any associated pain.
As anxiety often stops people coming to see the dentist, sleep dentistry can offer a viable and less daunting alternative to traditional appointments.
Risks of Sleep Dentistry
The main risks of sleep dentistry involve the drowsiness you may feel after your treatment is completed. Most side effects wear off within 24 – 48 hours; however, we do recommend a friend or family member accompanies you to ensure you get home safely. At Oralux Dental, we do our utmost to minimise any risks or complications by having a thorough consultation process prior to any procedure. We work on a basis of trust and transparency.
Risks of Sleep Dentistry
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Disclaimer: The material posted is for informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Results vary with each patient. Any dental procedure carries risks and benefits. If you have any specific questions about any dental and/or medical matter, you should consult your dentist, physician or other professional healthcare providers.