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Sedation can actually provide
a level of safety in many cases.
Often people present for dental
care with elevated blood pressure that is caused by anxiety and
stress commonly associated with dental care. I.V. conscious
sedation can often times lower the blood pressure quickly and
expediently. In doing so, there is less stress on the individual
and their blood pressure usually falls within normal levels.
Agents such as Valium, and Versed , known as benzodiazepines,
work quickly and effectively when administered intravenously
in reducing stress. Adding on other agents, such as
Demerol or Fentanyl, both of which are narcotics can give
a euphoric boost thereby decreasing anxiety. Again the goal is
safety first. Comfort is just a pleasant byproduct.
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Are your palms sweating reading this?
Here is one test you don't want to get a
100% on!
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1. Do I cancel
appointments at the last minute all the
time due to anxiety?
2. Do I have a
hard time getting numb every time I go to
the dentist?
3. Are sleep-less
nights something I experience the eve
prior to dental visits?
4. Have I been
putting off much needed dental care due to
anxiety?
5. Has it been
years since my last dental visit?
6. Will someone
chastise, lecture , or scold me if it's
been a long time since my last visit?
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If you've answered yes to
a majority of questions or if you know someone else who
has, chances are they would greatly benefit from dental
sedation.
Contact us to
schedule an appointment and to
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