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Relaxing Sedation at Wave Dental Specialists

Does the thought of seeing the dentist make you afraid? You’re not alone. Dental visits are a common cause of anxiety for millions of people. For patients who experience dental anxiety, require complex treatment, or are undergoing oral surgery, we offer a full range of sedation options. Dental sedation refers to the use of medications to help patients relax, prevent pain, or fall asleep during dental procedures. Here are the options we offer at Wave Dental Specialists:

Laughing Gas

Laughing gas is a type of inhaled minimal sedation that combines the gas with oxygen. The sedation is administered through a small mask placed over the nose, allowing the patient to breathe it in. This sedation method helps you feel relaxed and at ease throughout the procedure, and the effects wear off quickly once your treatment session is complete.

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Oral Sedation

The effects of oral sedation range from minimal to moderate depending on the dosage administered by your dentist. Oral sedation can be taken in liquid or pill form and makes you feel relaxed and drowsy without losing consciousness. This type of sedation is typically administered 30-60 minutes prior to your procedure and its effects can last 2-8 hours, depending on the dosage given.

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IV Sedation

Intravenous (IV) sedation involves receiving the sedative drug through your vein. By injecting the sedative into your bloodstream, it goes to work faster and can be easily monitored and adjusted by your dentist throughout your procedure. This is a moderate form of sedation, so you will be deeply relaxed and drowsy but may not lose consciousness.

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General Anesthesia

This is a form of deep sedation that is administered by a trained anesthesiologist. You will receive the sedative medication prior to your procedure, at which time you will almost or totally lose consciousness. While under general anesthesia, you will be closely monitored by our team to ensure your safety and well-being throughout your procedure.

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Sedation Dentistry

Dental sedation is appropriate for patients who experience dental anxiety or fear. It can also be beneficial to patients who experience barriers to care such as having a low pain threshold, being unable to sit still in the dentist's chair, having extremely sensitive teeth, or having a bad gag reflex.

While there is always some risk when taking medications of any kind, our experienced team have the advanced training and certifications needed to safely administer sedation. We will take a complete medical history during your initial visit to discuss your overall health and any medications you may be taking.

In most cases and for most patients, yes. Dental insurance plans consider dentures a major procedure and will generally cover up to 50 percent of your overall treatment costs. Our office will provide you with a complete breakdown of all treatment costs and out-of-pocket expenses during your visit, as well as your payment and financing options.

General anesthesia is covered in full or in part as a medical necessity under many insurance plans. However, most insurance plans will not cover minimal or mild dental sedation as it is typically not considered medically necessary. Our team will provide a complete breakdown of all treatment costs, as well as go over all your payment and financing options.