Sedation Dentistry - Arcadia
Feel More Relaxed in the Office
Are you one of the 40 million Americans who avoid dental visits because of stress, fear, or anxiety? Do you feel physically uncomfortable in a dental chair at lengthy appointments? Do you need several procedures performed in a short time because multiple dental visits just won’t suit your schedule? Dr. Canzoneri understands these concerns, and he offers a solution!
With sedation dentistry, you’ll find total peace of mind and body. We’ll provide you with a prescription sedative to take by mouth before your dental visit. Dr. Canzoneri will be sure to recommend the appropriate dosage for your age, size, and anxiety level.
When you arrive at our office, we’ll escort you to a sedation suite and make you comfortable in an ergonomic dental chair. During your procedure, we’ll monitor your vital signs for your safety. You will retain the ability to communicate with Dr. Canzoneri during your procedure, but you’ll feel extremely groggy. Most of our patients have little or no memory of the experience the following day.
Please arrange a ride to and from our office for your sedation appointment. You will not be allowed to drive. Plan to spend the remainder of the day at home. You will be able to return to normal activities the next day.
In addition to sedation dentistry, you’ll enjoy these amenities at every visit to our inviting office:
- Chairside Monitors with DVD capabilities
- Personal Headphones
- Relaxation Videos
- Aromatherapy
Sedation Dentistry FAQs
Is sedation dentistry safe?
Sedation dentistry is a completely safe option for most patients, and Dr. Canzoneri will carefully evaluate your health and medical history to ensure that you can receive sedation safely before recommending it. We offer oral conscious sedation, a treatment that will make you less sensitive to pain and less aware of your surroundings while leaving you able to respond to instructions and answer questions. While you are feeling the effects of the sedation treatment, our team will carefully monitor your vital signs to ensure your wellbeing throughout the process.
Will I remember anything with dental sedation?
Though you will be technically awake during oral conscious sedation, you may not remember many details about your procedure afterward. This can actually be beneficial for patients with severe dental phobias, as it can prevent them from forming stressful memories that can make it difficult for them to seek needed dental care later.
What does it feel like to receive dental sedation?
Oral conscious sedation will give you a deep sense of relaxation and may make it more difficult to speak. In some cases, patients doze off during the procedure, and some people report a feeling of heaviness or a sense that time is passing by more quickly while they are sedated.
What are the risks of sedation dentistry?
Sedation dentistry is typically safe for most patients, but it can present some risks for certain individuals. For example, oral conscious sedation may temporarily worsen a patient’s sleep apnea symptoms, which can be especially problematic if they doze off while receiving care. Certain medications can also cause negative reactions when combined with the sedation drug used. Everyone reacts to dental sedation differently, and you may experience side effects such as nausea, headache, and grogginess for several hours after the sedation effect wears off.
How long does dental sedation last?
The effects of oral conscious sedation may linger for the rest of the day, so you will not be able to drive or operate heavy machinery for twenty-four hours after receiving the treatment. This means that it will be necessary to arrange for a trusted individual such as a friend or family member to drive you home after your procedure.
Does dental sedation make you tell secrets?
While you may have seen many scenes involving dental patients blabbing their deepest secrets while receiving dental sedation in cartoons, this depiction is not even slightly true to life. Oral conscious sedation does not work as truth serum, and it is extremely unlikely that you will reveal any sensitive information while feeling its effects. In the rare event that a patient does say something silly or divulge some private information, Dr. Canzoneri and his staff will never discuss what was said afterward.