Sedation Dentistry | Dentist Dana Point CA | Dana Point Dental

Imagine going to the dentist without fear. Imagine being able to complete all of your dental care in as little as one appointment. Imagine having the smile you've always dreamed of having. If you have been putting off dental treatment, Relaxation dentistry can change your life.

Our doctors and staff are trained to provide our patients with dental procedures in a calm and relaxing environment using nitrous oxide (laughing gas) and oral conscious sedation.

Relaxation dentistry is achieved through the use of sedatives we provide at the beginning of your appointment. These medications allow you to be comfortable while undergoing your dental treatment and have a brief amnesic effect. That means you'll have very little, if any, memory of the sights smells, or sounds of your visit.

You may be a candidate if you are anxious about dental treatment, have sensitive teeth, a strong gag reflex, difficulty getting numb or have not seen a dentist in several years and may need extensive work.

LAUGHING GAS

HOW IT WORKS:

Nitrous oxide, more commonly known as laughing gas, is often used as a conscious sedative during a dental visit. The gas is administered with a mixture of oxygen and has a calming effect that helps phobic or anxious patients relax during their dental treatment. Because it is a mild sedative, patients are still conscious and can talk to their dentist during their visit. After treatment, the nitrous is turned off and oxygen is administered for five to 10 minutes to help flush any remaining gas. The effects wear off almost immediately. Nitrous oxide rarely has side effects, although some patients may experience minor nausea and constipation. Your doctor will provide you with pre- and post-sedation instructions.

ORAL CONSCIOUS SEDATION

HOW IT WORKS:

Hours will seem like minutes. Fortunately, sedation medications have an amnesic effect. That means you'll have very little, if any, memory of the sights, smells or sounds of your visit.

STEP 1

MAKING YOUR FIRST APPOINTMENT

This is difficult for many nervous people, so we try to make this as easy as possible.

STEP 2

WELCOMING VISIT

We gather information regarding your health and discuss with you your wants and desires. If you're comfortable, we'll take xrays and evaluate your mouth. You will never be judged or embarrassed.

STEP 3

PREPARING FOR YOUR SEDATION VISIT

We'll prescribe you a sedative to take the night before your appointment to guarantee a good nights sleep and to make sure you wake up relaxed.

STEP 4

ARRIVING FOR TREATMENT

You will need a driver to bring you to the office. Additional medications will be provided to create the ultimate in relaxation. Your experienced sedation team will monitor you throughout your entire visit.

STEP 5

GOING HOME WITH YOUR NEW SMILE

Your driver will take you home and stay with you until you're completely recovered from your sedation medication. During this time you should relax and drink plenty of fluids. Your Doctor will call you the same evening to see how you are feelings.

STEP 6

THE NEXT DAY

Most patients feel no discomfort or residual effects from the dental visit and you'll be thrilled with all the compliments you will get.

I.V. CONSCIOUS SEDATION

HOW IT WORKS

I.V. Conscious Sedation has very similar effects to Oral Conscious Sedation. However, the difference is that the medication is not prescribed. The medication is administered via I.V. the day of your treatment. You will have no memory of your visit, but you will still be conscious and have the ability to communicate with the Doctor.