Sedation Dentistry – Branford, CT

Why Choose New Haven Dental Group for Sedation Dentistry?

• Multiple sedation options
• Safe and effective relief of dental anxiety
• Highly trained dentists and staff members

Benefits of Sedation Dentistry

Some benefits of sedation dentistry include:

• It can wipe away dental anxiety. If past traumatic experiences or other factors make you nervous during dental treatment, sedation may be the key to conquering your fears.
• It is not just for patients who are nervous. Sedation may be advisable for you if you have a strong gag reflex, or you have a physical condition that makes it difficult for you to remain still for long periods of time.
• It is safe. Our highly trained dentists take every precaution to minimize the risk of negative side effects.

Types of Sedation Dentistry

Oral Conscious Sedation

If oral conscious sedation is right for you, you will take a pill before your procedure begins. As the medicine takes effect, you will begin to feel very relaxed. You might drift off to sleep during your appointment, but it will be easy for us to awaken you with a gentle shake. After your procedure, it is possible that you will have no memory of it.

Nitrous Oxide Sedation

Nitrous oxide is a colorless gas that, when inhaled, produces a calm, relaxed feeling. We administer it through a special type of nasal mask. We can adjust nitrous oxide levels throughout a procedure to ensure you remain comfortable. Once your treatment is finished, the sedation will wear off quickly enough that it will be safe for you to drive home on your own.

General Anesthesia 

We only recommend general anesthesia in rare cases. For instance, if a patient has extreme anxiety or they need to undergo extensive oral surgery, general anesthesia might be right for them. This type of sedation produces unconsciousness, and it requires careful monitoring by a specially trained medical professional.

Cost of Sedation Dentistry

The cost of sedation will depend on the type of sedation you undergo. General anesthesia tends to cost more than the other options. Sedation dentistry is not usually covered by insurance unless it is deemed to be a medically necessary part of a procedure. If you would like to pay for your entire treatment, including sedation, with the help of low-interest financing through CareCredit, that is certainly possible.

Are you ready to learn more about sedation dentistry and how it may benefit you? Contact New Haven Dental Group today. We will be happy to answer your questions and help you understand how sedation could change the way you experience dentistry.