Sedation Dentistry And The Individuals Who Benefit From It
Most individuals who visit the dentist are always hopeful of having the most comfortable and relaxed experience possible. However, for those individuals who suffer with anxieties and phobias about going to the dentist, the experience is anything but. These individuals are good candidates for sedation dentistry. Basically, they can address their dental problems and alleviate their fears of visiting the dentist thereby restoring their oral health in a more relaxed and comfortable state.
Although sedation dentistry typically focuses on those individuals who suffer with dental anxieties and phobias, there are a number of patient groups that can receive optimum care as a result of this approach. The following is a list of individuals who have benefited from sedation dentistry practices at Community Dental Group:
- Individuals who are prone to jaw soreness or have TMJ problems – patients with TMJ or temporomandibular joint problems have difficulties keeping their mouths open wide enough when undergoing dental treatments. Dental sedation relaxes the muscles of the jaw and reduces muscle tension. As a result, the procedure is far less tiring and considerably easier for both the dentists and the patient.
- Individuals who have difficulty controlling their movements – certain patients have a difficult time controlling their movements because they suffer with certain physical conditions such as Cerebral Palsy, Parkinson’s Disease, and other central nervous system disorders. Although there are no problems with cooperation, these patients are physically unable to control their movements. Sedation dentistry helps to relax the body’s muscles and reduce movement.
- Individuals who have special needs – adults or children with Autism, Down Syndrome, or psychological conditions have difficulties cooperating with the dentist or their assistants. IV conscious sedation is a technique that enables the dentist to provide these individuals with the best possible dental care.
- Individuals with an overly sensitive or severe gag reflex – for many patients, visiting the dentist can be an agonizing experience because they are afraid of choking or possibly throwing up while undergoing a procedure in the dentist’s chair. Since this makes the dentist’s work more challenging and difficult, sedation dentistry is recommended.
If you suffer with dental anxieties and phobias or if you have any of the 4 conditions listed above, Community Dental Group offers sedation dentistry so that you will have a less stressful experience during your visits to our office. We can evaluate your condition and determine if you are a candidate for sedation dentistry. Please contact us today to schedule an appointment.