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Imagine not being afraid to go to the dentist. Imagine being able to accomplish all your dental care in as little as one appointment. This is what sedation dentistry can do for you. You'll be able to smile with confidence and chew your food without pain. If you've been putting off years of dental work, sedation dentistry can change your life.
Dr. Raskin is a member of D.O.C.S., the Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation
What is Sedation Dentistry?
Patients who are uncomfortable with needles and drills, who have sensitive teeth or gums, or who have a strong gag reflex can be helped with dental sedation. After one pill, many patients feel no discomfort whatsoever during and after treatment. They often have little or no memory of the visit.
Another benefit is that extensive treatment can be done in one or two appointments, including whitening yellow or stained teeth, replacing crowns or dentures, fixing chipped or damaged teeth, and restoring sore gums to good health.
 How it Works
Oral Sedation Dentistry protocols have been used safely for over 30 years with millions of dental procedures. Before starting any treatments, your doctor will review your medical history and explain how Sedation Dentistry can work for you. Our dentists want you to feel good about going forward towards a healthy, new smile.
On the day of your appointment, you'll take medication - a pill - and then a companion will take you to the office. Experienced clinical team members will make certain that you're relaxed and completely comfortable and they monitor you very closely while you're sedated. Many patients feel NO DISCOMFORT whatsoever during and after treatment, and have little or no memory of the visit.
Candidates
Adults who have:
- High fear of visiting the dentist
- Had traumatic dental experiences
- Difficulty getting numb
- A bad gag reflex
- Very sensitive teeth
- Limited time to complete their dental care
- Complex dental problems
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Adults who:
- Hate needles and shots
- Hate noises, smells and tastes associated with dental care
- Are afraid and embarrassed about their teeth
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Will I feel any pain?
A. Most patients feel no discomfort whatsoever during their treatment and feel surprisingly good afterwards.
Q. Will I be totally relaxed?
A. You'll receive just enough sedation so that you'll be completely unaware of the treatment, as you would if you were asleep.
Q. Will I be groggy after my treatment is over?
A. You will feel just fine. For your safety, we do require that you have a family member or friend drive you home. |
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Q. Will I remember anything?
A. At the end of the treatment, you'll have little or no memory of your dental visit.
Q. Will my insurance cover treatment?
A. We'll review your insurance coverage and, if necessary, make financial arragnements to insure you get the dental care you need.
Q. Is Sedation Dentistry safe for me?
A. Before starting any treatment, we review your medical history, and we monitor you very closely while you're under sedation. |
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