How sedation dentistry from your dentist in Grand Rapids, Michigan can make your dental appointment easier.
Do you or a family member have a fear of going to the dentist? If so, there is good news! Sedation dentistry can help you have a more comfortable, more productive appointment, no matter how much you fear the dentist.
Dr. Aretha Yamusah at Burton Dental Associates in Grand Rapids, Michigan offers a wide range of dental services, including sedation dentistry to make your dental appointment easier.
Dental fear isn’t “all in your head.” It’s the real deal, and it can cause real physical symptoms including a racing heart rate, profuse sweating, and difficulty breathing.
There are many reasons why people are afraid of the dentist. These are just a few:
- A bad previous dental experience
- Fear of needles, or fear of the sights, sounds, and smells of a dental office
- Fear of being laid back in the chair
- A feeling of powerlessness and vulnerability
- Whether you suffer from mild to moderate to severe dental anxiety, there is a sedation level perfect for you.
Your dentist can help you choose from:
- Oral sedation, typically in pill form; this type of sedation provides mild relaxation. You may even fall asleep during your appointment.
- Inhaled conscious sedation, which is a combination of nitrous oxide and oxygen inhaled through a nosepiece. This type of sedation also provides mild relaxation.
- Oral and inhaled sedation can be combined to provide more profound relaxation. This type of sedation will most likely cause you to fall asleep and not remember much of the appointment.
Intravenous conscious sedation, during which a sedative liquid is injected directly into your bloodstream using an IV; the effects are profound and almost immediate, allowing you to sleep through your appointment and not remember much of your appointment.
Sedation dentistry allows you to have a more comfortable, more relaxing appointment, and your dentist can accomplish more with less stress to you. To find out more about sedation dentistry and how it can help you conquer dental fear, talk with an expert.
Call Dr. Aretha Yamusah of Burton Dental Associates in Grand Rapids, Michigan at (616) 455-9900 today!