IV Sedation Dentistry - Roseville & Sartell, MN
Dental Anesthesia Provides
Peace of Mind for Healthy Smiles
Leave Dental Anxiety Behind
with Sedation Dentistry
The sights, sounds, and smells associated with dentistry can create an overwhelming sense of unrest in many patients. Sedation dentistry is an evidence-based solution to alleviate dental anxiety and make patients feel more relaxed and comfortable during visits. Dr. Saad Bassas is certified in IV sedation and routinely treats patients using this soothing, highly effective type of dental anesthesia in Roseville, MN. Since becoming certified to perform IV sedation, he has helped thousands of patients overcome dental anxiety and get the essential dentistry they need for healthy, fully functioning smiles.
Dr. Bassas will discuss everything you need to know about IV sedation prior to your procedure, including the risks, so you can make an informed decision if it’s right for you. If you’re looking for sedation anesthesia near you delivered by a prosthodontist and oral surgeon with advanced skills, superb credentials, and certification in IV sedation dentistry, you’ll feel more comfortable than you ever thought possible at i-Implant Dentistry!
Benefits of IV Sedation Dentistry
- Minimal procedural pain or discomfort
- A deeper level of sedation than nitrous oxide and oral sedation
- Decreased dental anxiety and fear
- Reduced gag reflex
- Fewer visits and the ability to combine treatments
What You Should Know About IV Sedation
IV sedation is a great option for patients with moderate to severe anxiety or those undergoing complex treatments, such as full-mouth dental implants. IV sedation dentistry in Roseville, MN requires a thin needle placed in a vein in your hand or arm connected to an IV tube that delivers the sedative medication directly into your bloodstream. The dosage and type of medication are based on your age, weight, medical history, and the complexity and invasiveness of your procedure.
Although most patients remain conscious during IV dental anesthesia and can talk to our team, it’s not uncommon to drift into a sleep like state. Throughout the procedure, Dr. Bassas closely monitors your vitals and can easily modify the amount of medication to ensure your maximum comfort. The amnesic effects of the drug cause most patients to forget parts of or the entirety of their treatment. Due to some lasting effects of the medication, someone will need to drive you home after your procedure.
Nitrous Oxide
Nitrous oxide, also known as laughing gas, is a non-irritating, colorless gas mixed with oxygen and breathed through a small mask placed over your nose. It’s easy to adjust the concentration of nitrous oxide to achieve the desired level of relaxation. Nitrous oxide is a good option for alleviating mild anxiety and is most appropriate for less complex procedures. Nitrous oxide takes effect almost immediately and wears off in a few minutes with little to no side effects, so you can drive yourself home.
Dental Anxiety Impacts More Than Smiles
While feeling nervous or anxious about visiting a dentist is common, dental phobia is more serious. It can lead to avoiding dental appointments for years or decades, which can cause serious deterioration of a patient’s oral health. Small dental health issues left untreated can eventually turn into big ones that impact more than a person’s oral health. Without preventive dental care, cavities can progress and impact the soft pulp at the center of teeth and the roots, which requires root canal therapy.
Furthermore, gum disease can cause tooth loss in adults and lead to systemic complications in advanced stages. Increased pain and the need for more expensive, complex treatments are just two of the potential repercussions of dental anxiety. Dental anesthesia at i-Implant Dentistry is a safe way to help you relax, feel safe and experience less pain in your own comfort zone—before, during, and after your procedure.
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