The doctors and the professional dental staff at Bayside Dental, located near you in Rowlett, Texas, realize there is anxiety about seeing a dentist, even for routine check-ups. To relieve this anxiety, Bayside Dental offers sedation dentistry.

This article will educate patients, current and new, on the expectations of sedation dentistry in order to feel at ease at the next and future visits. Sedation dentistry may be a viable option for you.

Dental Anxiety

Almost all people have had a bad dental experience, mostly as children, and these feelings persist. Time passes and years can go by without a dental check-up.

The team at Bayside Dental are sensitive to the real feelings of dental anxiety. If you feel such anxiety prior to your appointment, then pre-appointment visits are encouraged. If this meet-and-greet approach is not enough for you, then you should consider the sedation dentistry option.

Anxiety-Free Dentistry

Sedation dentistry will keep you in a completely relaxed state, but in control. You will be aware of your surroundings and will be able to respond to questions. You can also speak and ask questions. The time in the dental chair will pass quickly.

As with any anesthesia, you will be given before- and after-procedure instructions involving diet, clothing, recovery, etc., necessary for the procedure and the effects of the sedation. It is essential to follow all instructions given by the dentist.

There will be consent forms for sedation dentistry, in addition for the forms for the procedure, and a questionnaire regarding your medical history. Please be honest and thorough with your responses.

Please keep in mind that sedation is medication, and a family member or a friend will need to bring you to the appointment and back home. The effects of sedation dentistry can last from 2-8 hours after a procedure depending upon the type and dosage.

Don’t Put Off Needed Treatment Because of Anxiety

The attentive dental team at Bayside Dental will take care of your oral health and your anxiety. These professionals are trusted and highly recommended for general, restorative and cosmetic treatments and procedures.

Please contact Bayside Dental where new patients are always welcome.