Why Is Sedation Dentistry So Popular?
One of the very few things that make us tremble more than the cold is the thought of visiting the dentist. For some patients, a visit to the dentist office causes a strong sense of anxiety. For these patients, initiation of treatment is difficult even if they are explained that the entire procedure will be under local anesthesia and there will be no pain involved.
Today, many cabinets offer sedation or relaxation methods that help patients overcome moments of anxiety or panic before starting dental treatments.
Intravenous sedation
Conscious or moderate sedation involves intravenous administration of a sedative that lowers the patient's consciousness, helping them reach a state of relaxation and comfort, while still being awake throughout the entire treatment.
Sedation via pills
Oral sedatives such as Valium or Xanax can relax the patient if they are given an hour before the procedure
Relaxation techniques
When we are subjected to a challenge or an experience that we are afraid of (such as a visit to the dentist), our body secretes chemicals that cause anxiety (or even panic). However, we can train our body by learning relaxation techniques. It is impossible to be scared and relaxed at the same time, so relaxation techniques will help us control our anxiety.
Hypnosis
Hypnosis has multiple applications and can be a relaxing method for patients in various medical spheres, including dental treatments.
Clarkson Dental has the latest in dental equipment and offers some of the finest sedation dentistry around, you can find them at http://www.coloradosedation.com.









