Sedation Dentistry in Fayetteville

What Exactly Is Sedation Dentistry?

Dental sedation is a method for pain relief and the treatment of dental anxiety that people use to make common dental procedures more comfortable. While you’ll hear people refer to dental sedation as going to sleep, you can stay awake during your procedure if you prefer. Whether you choose a method that actually puts you to sleep or prefer something that wears off quickly, we can help you use special medications to ease your worries about receiving dental care.

What’s the Typical Cost for Sedation Dentistry?

The sedation dentistry cost is difficult to predict until we are able to discuss your needs and explore which method will work best. The sedation dentistry cost for certain types of care are more affordable than others, and it all greatly depends on factors that include how much medication we use and whether you need it administered through an IV or another form. Our dental clinics offer financing plans that can also help to keep the cost of your sedation within an affordable range.

Why Would I Want to Use Dental Sedation?

Skimping on your dental care can lead to bigger problems down the road that only increase your anxiety. This is where the benefits of sedation for dental treatment come in. If you’ve been avoiding visiting our clinic due to serious anxiety or are worried about gagging during a procedure, then your dentist might suggest using sleep dentistry to help you overcome your fears.

What Types of Sedation Dentistry Do Dentists Offer?

Whether you need oral sedation dentistry or another type, we offer several options that we can deliver in our dental clinics.

• Inhaled minimal sedation: Many people are familiar with laughing gas that dentists often administer during everything from teeth cleanings to fillings. Nitrous oxide is delivered through a mask as you breathe, and this is the mildest form of sedation dentistry we offer.
• Oral sedation: If you need something a little more relaxing than nitrous oxide, then you might be a good candidate for oral sedation dentistry. Our dentist will prescribe you a pill to take before we begin your treatment. While some people fall asleep due to the intense relaxation they feel, you can also stay alert enough to respond to your dentist’s questions about your comfort.
• IV sedation dentistry: Sending the medication through your vein helps you to relax more quickly. Your dentist may also prefer IV sedation dentistry if they expect to need to adjust the medication during your treatment.
• Deep sedation: This method is where sleep dentistry truly gets its name. Deep sedation puts you to sleep, and you won’t wake up until your dentist stops administering the medication or reverses the effects.

Types of Sedation Dentistry We Offer

Our office offers non IV conscious sedation and Nitrous Oxide. We do not offer IV sedation.

What Are the Biggest Benefits of Sleep Dentistry?

If you struggle with dental anxiety, then you may already know how nice it is to be able to use medication to feel calm throughout your procedure. When you are relaxed, you are less likely to gag or clamp your mouth shut during your treatment, which allows the dentist to work more efficiently. Finally being confident enough to undergo an essential dental treatment is worth it when you can feel more empowered to take care of your smile.

Is Sleep Dentistry Insurance Available?

Many people have sedation dentistry insurance as part of their general dental plan. With dental insurance, most carriers will cover the cost of sedation for dental treatment when it is deemed medically necessary. We can help you explore your current insurance plan to find out how much of your dental sedation cost is covered.

Will IV Sedation Dentistry Last for Hours?

With IV sedation, your dentist is in control over how long the deepest effects last. Once they stop administering the medication, you might still feel some residual effects for a few hours. The same is true with deep sedation where you are asleep. Arranging for a safe ride home is important with this type of sedation. If you prefer to drive yourself home, then inhaled sedation tends to have effects that dissipate quickly.

We are excited to offer our patients sedation dentistry in Fayetteville that turns anxiety-inducing appointments into ones that everyone can look forward to. Don’t let anxiety about your dental care hold you back from enjoying a healthy smile. Give our dental office a call to schedule an initial consultation that lets you find solutions for anxiety and pain as you work with your dentist.

We Offer Oral Conscious Dental Sedation

For patients who have more severe dental anxiety, we offer oral conscious sedation. Before your appointment, we’ll prescribe a single pill for you to take. That way, by the time a loved one drops you off at our dental office, you’ll already feel relaxed. Because the effects of oral conscious sedation can last up to eight hours, you’ll need to be prepared to have somebody pick you up after your visit as well.