If the thought of going to the dentist makes you nervous, you’re not alone! Many people avoid dental visits because of anxiety, fear, or past experiences. Sedation dentistry helps take the stress away by using safe medications to help you feel calm and comfortable during your treatment at Issaquah Valley Dental Care.
Why choose sedation dentistry?
- Ease your anxiety: Feel relaxed and at peace in the chair.
- Stay comfortable: Great for sensitive teeth, strong gag reflexes, or fear of needles.
- Save time: Longer treatments or multiple procedures can often be done in one visit to our Issaquah dental office.
- Better dental health: With fear out of the way, you’re more likely to get the care your smile needs.
Types of Sedation
Depending on your needs, sedation can be as simple as breathing in a gentle “laughing gas” that wears off quickly or taking a small pill to help you relax. For more complex procedures, stronger options are available that allow you to sleep through your visit.
- Inhalation: Nitrous oxide, or laughing gas, is the most frequently used method for easing mild to moderate anxiety. Recovery is quick so you can resume your normal activities immediately.
- Oral: An extremely common technique for dental sedation is oral sedation. It is easy and does not require the use of needles. You will be given a prescription pill which, taken about an hour before your appointment, will have you fully relaxed by the time you arrive at our office.
- IV: Dr. Arti or Dr. Ashi will gently place an IV and administer medication to help you into a deeper state of relaxation. Once your treatment is complete, you will wake up with little or no memory of the appointment.
- Our goal is to make every dental visit a positive experience. With sedation dentistry at Issaquah Valley Dental Care, you can say goodbye to stress and hello to a healthier, happier smile!
