Oral sedation for a comfortable and relaxing dentistry experience in Santa Rosa, CA
Many patients experience some degree of anxiety or fear regarding dental treatment. If you do, please know that these feelings are completely normal – and that it doesn’t mean you have to avoid the dental chair! At Vineyard Dental Group in Santa Rosa, CA, Dr. Reza Saeidi has the experience and education needed to perform oral sedation safely and effectively to help you feel calm and relaxed throughout your dental care appointment.
What is sedation dentistry?
Sedation dentistry is used to provide a relaxing, calming experience to patients who are receiving dental care. There are multiple types of sedation that can be used in dentistry. One of the most popular is oral conscious sedation, which is administered in the form of a pill. Oral sedation for dental treatment can be used in a variety of scenarios, such as for patients who:
- Have dental phobias or anxieties
- Dislike needles
- Are undergoing lengthy procedures or multiple treatments in the same sitting
- Have a strong gag reflex
How sedation dental care works
Oral conscious sedation is convenient and effective. You will be prescribed a pill that you take at a certain time before your appointment (typically an hour or so beforehand). After you take the pill, you will begin to feel relaxed and by the time your appointment starts, it will reach its peak effect. While you receive your care, you will be awake and able to answer questions or follow directions as needed, but you will feel calm and anxiety-free. Many patients are so relaxed that they don’t even remember the appointment afterwards! Because oral conscious sedation has a sedative effect, you will need to have someone drive you to and from your appointment.
Receive the care that you need, comfortably
If you are searching for a Santa Rosa dentist for anxious patients, then you have found the right place. Dr. Saeidi understands that visiting the dental office can be an anxiety-provoking experience and is certified by DOCS Education to administer oral conscious sedation. If you need dental care but have been putting it off due to a dental phobia, we encourage you to call us and experience the difference that oral sedation can provide. We can be reached at (707) 545-0944. Call us today!
