Sedation dentistry
Treatment under sedation
One can hear those phrases from people scared of dental treatment. The terms are not novelties, but real necessity.
What is sedation dentistry?
Dental treatment under sedation is bringing the patient to the condition of light sleep thanks to medications, which is provided and controlled by the anesthesiologist.
When is sleep dentistry required?
- anxiety, dental treatment fear
- complex treatments (multiple caries and its complications)
- soft tissues surgery in the oral cavity, implants
- time factor. If patient doesn’t have time for scheduled treatment of one tooth per visit
- if there are many teeth affected by caries and its complexities
- inability to perform dental procedures under local anesthesia
- allergic reactions to local anesthetics.
How safe is anesthesia in dental procedures?
Preliminary examination and consultation required. They are performed by a dentist and anesthetist — this minimizes risks.
Appointment with the doctor
Three important things when having dental treatment under sedation
License
Compliance of a medical clinic with standards. The qualifications of medical personnel should ensure safe and comfortable treatment for patients. License from the Ministry of Health for the right to provide anesthesiology services is obligatory!
Dentist and anesthetist team
Teamwork and mutual understanding of dentist-anesthetist is very important for fast and effective treatment.
Following recommendations
Following all doctor`s recommendations before and after treatment. Responsible attitude of the patient to all these recommendations is the key to a healthy and beautiful smile.
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