Things To Know About Oral Sedation - Pros and Cons
Dr. Andre Eliasian is a Dentist practicing in Glendale, CA. Dr. Eliasian specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases and conditions associated with the mouth and overall dental health. Dentists are trained to carry out such treatment as professional cleaning, restorative, prosthodontic, and endodontic procedures,... more
Oral sedation is used for the management of mild to moderate pain during a dental procedure. Many people fear going to the dentist and instead decide to delay treating their oral problems which can be dangerous. With oral sedation, medication is given to the patient to make them feel relaxed during dental cleanings and treatments. Oral sedation has been used by many patients to put them at ease and makes it easier for the dentist to perform their work.
People who have a general fear or needles and loud noises would benefit from oral sedation during a dental procedure. If you are interested in oral sedation, make sure a reputed and certified institution is doing this treatment. Also, have them check your blood pressure and medical history to make sure you are a good candidate. Oral sedation may be prescribed in two doses of medication. The first one should be taken before bed the night before your visit, and the second one will be provided an hour before the procedure to make you feel relaxed. One important thing to know is that for the person taking the oral sedation, they can’t drive a car or travel anywhere alone by any means of transportation. You will need someone to drive you there and pick you up afterwards.
Depending on the dose prescribed, oral sedation can range from minimum to moderate. Most dentists give minimal sedation to patients for their procedures. Remember, with oral sedation, it is important that the dentist is specially certified to administer oral sedation dentistry to a patient. They must undergo a program in oral sedation to qualify as a dentist that can deliver oral sedation. Read More.
