Sedation Dentistry
We provide sedation services to ensure a comfortable, anxiety-free dental experience.
Sedation Dentistry in Basalt, CO
Sedation dentistry offers a relaxed and comfortable experience for patients undergoing dental procedures. At Elevate Dental Wellness, we provide various sedation options tailored to your needs, ensuring a stress-free visit. Whether you require minimal relaxation or deep sedation, our experienced team will guide you through the process, prioritizing your safety and comfort.
At Elevate Dental Wellness, we offer the following sedation options:
- Minimal sedation: Patients are awake but relaxed, commonly using nitrous oxide or an oral pill taken an hour before the procedure.
- Moderate sedation: Higher oral dosages are taken the night before and the day of the procedure, or medication is administered via IV for a quicker effect.
- Deep sedation: Medications bring the patient close to complete unconsciousness.
- General anesthesia: The patient is completely unconscious.
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What is sedation dentistry?
Sedation dentistry involves using medication to help patients relax during dental procedures. It ranges from minimal sedation, where patients are awake but calm, to general anesthesia, where they are completely unconscious.
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Is sedation dentistry safe?
Yes, it is safe when administered by trained professionals. At Elevate Dental Wellness, our team is skilled in providing the appropriate level of sedation and continuously monitoring patients to ensure their safety throughout the procedure.
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How does sedation dentistry work?
Sedation dentistry uses different methods to administer sedative medications. Minimal sedation typically involves nitrous oxide (laughing gas) or an oral pill. Moderate sedation may use a higher dosage of oral medication or IV sedation. Deep sedation and general anesthesia involve stronger medications to bring the patient to a near-unconscious or completely unconscious state.
More Questions?
If you have more questions about sedation dentistry or would like to schedule an appointment, contact our office, and we will be happy to discuss further.
