The mouth plays an important role in maintaining general health. Sedation dentistry provides the opportunity for those who avoid visiting the dentist because of nerves or fright to receive pain-free dental care and maintain both their oral and general health. Poor dental health can lead to heart disease, diabetes, or even osteoporosis.

Undergoing sedation dentistry involves a number of steps. First, you will take a sedative the night before your procedure to combat anxiety. You will also be asked to not eat the morning of your procedure. When you arrive at Dr. Melnick’s office, you will be given another sedative that will last throughout your procedure. These sedatives will make you very comfortable during your procedure. You will be conscious, but you may fall asleep due to the relaxation. Nitrous oxide may be used as well.

There are many advantages to using sedation dentistry. You will not feel the fear or anxiety that has caused you to dread visiting the dentist, the procedure will be quicker because you will be fully relaxed, and you will be much more comfortable and have virtually no memory of the procedure.

If you would like to learn more about sedation dentistry, please contact the Laurel, Maryland dentistry office, Laurel Lakes Cosmetic Dentistry to schedule your initial consultation.