Oral Sedation
A prescribed medication taken before a procedure to produce a deeply relaxed, drowsy state throughout treatment.
A prescribed anti-anxiety medication taken by mouth before a dental appointment that induces a deeply relaxed, drowsy state, allowing anxious patients to remain calm throughout their procedure.
A prescribed sedative pill is taken about an hour before the appointment, producing a deeply relaxed state by the time treatment begins while the patient remains conscious throughout.
Reduces anxiety and fear before the appointment even begins, making dental treatment accessible for patients who would otherwise avoid necessary care.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about oral sedation.
Patients with moderate to severe dental anxiety, a history of traumatic dental experiences, or a low threshold for discomfort who prefer to be deeply relaxed.
The patient takes the prescribed medication about an hour before the appointment and arrives in a relaxed state. A driver is required.
The medication is taken about an hour before the appointment. Most patients feel back to normal the following day.
A driver is required since oral sedation impairs coordination and reaction time. Plan to rest for the rest of the day after treatment.
A driver is required since coordination and reaction time are impaired for several hours. Most patients feel back to normal the following day.
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