The idea of going to the dentist for a procedure brings on feelings of fear or anxiety in some people, but there are options to ease the anxiety. Between 5% and 8% of Americans avoid going to the dentist due to dental phobia. At Northland Dental Medicine in Pittsburgh, PA, we are offering an extremely practical solution to rid you of your dental phobia through patient sedation. Our practice offers a safe environment of skilled staff members who are able to comfort patients through various sedation methods.
At Northland Dental Medicine, we sedate patients through intravenous (IV) and oral sedation. Neither of these methods will put you in an unconscious state, but you will be in a deep state of relaxation during your treatment.
We utilize IV sedation for patients that suffer from moderate to severe anxiety. The medication is administered through your blood stream and sets in very quickly. You will feel as though you are in a heavily relaxed state and in some cases, patients will not remember their procedure. One of the best things about IV sedation is the fact that it makes your appointment seem much faster. This will allow you to have multiple procedures completed in just one sitting. IV sedation also allows us to monitor and adjust your dosage throughout the procedure to ensure for maximum comfort.
If you also struggle with needles, we offer oral sedatives such as Valium to calm your nerves. Under this sedative, you will be able to remain awake and aware of what’s happening around you. This method is used for patients with light to moderate anxiety. This form of sedation is very cost-effective and offers great results. You will be relaxed and calm during your procedures at Northland Dental Medicine.
Next time you come into Northland Dental Medicine for an appointment with Dr. Michael Corsello, make sure to ask about sedation and how it can help you through your dental procedures.
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