Sedation Dentist – Catonsville, MD
Changing the Way You View the Dentist’s Office
Dental anxiety is real. Far too many children, teenagers, adults, and seniors suffer from a fear of visiting the dentist’s office. When appointments are canceled or rescheduled because of this extreme viewpoint, it’s time to do something about it. Dr. Bemani is a sedation dentist in Catonsville who offers nitrous oxide and oral conscious sedation techniques. Contact us if you think you might benefit from one of these ideal solutions.
Why Choose Advance Dental Clinic for Sedation Dentistry?
- Caring Dentist & Dental Team Who Remain By Your Side
- Available to Patients of All Ages
- Comfortable Amenities
Nitrous Oxide Sedation
Many people struggle with dental anxiety or have a hard time sitting through lengthy or complex procedures. If you’re concerned about discomfort or have had a dental emergency and are hurting, you might benefit from nitrous oxide sedation, commonly known as laughing gas.
Whatever the reason for your visit, this popular sedative can help you remain relaxed and comfortable throughout your stay. Continue reading to learn more about this medication, and please don’t hesitate to contact us to schedule an appointment.
Who is a Good Candidate for Nitrous Oxide?
Nitrous oxide, popularly referred to as laughing gas, is usually considered safe for people of all ages when it’s administered by a qualified provider, like Dr. Bemani. However, that doesn’t mean it’s the best sedative to meet everyone’s unique needs.
Our team in Catonsville might recommend this option if you have:
- A strong gag reflex that is easily triggered.
- Difficulty sitting still for longer periods of time.
- A fear of needles.
- Resistance to numbing agents.
- Anxiety regarding having dental work done.
- Sensitive teeth or gums.
- Sustained an injury.
- Developed persistent or severe aches.
How Does Nitrous Oxide Work?
This medication is inhaled as a gas through a mask that’s placed over your nose while Dr. Bemani works. If you’re afraid you’ll share all your most intimate secrets or will be rendered unconscious, you can set your mind at ease. Laughing gas usually doesn’t knock you out, and you’ll likely be aware enough to respond to our team’s questions and directions.
Instead, you’ll likely feel a light, euphoric sensation, and some patients report tingling in their limbs. These effects typically kick in moments after you first start inhaling the drug, and tend to dissipate just as quickly once the mask is removed after your procedure.
Aftercare for Nitrous Oxide
Are you wondering whether you need someone to help drive you home if you’ve had nitrous oxide sedation? Thankfully, the impacts of this medication don’t usually linger long, so you’ll likely be able to resume your usual activities following your appointment.
That includes driving home, though our team may want to keep you for a few minutes after removing the gas mask to ensure that you don’t experience any potential light-headedness or nausea. Depending on the reason or your visit, we might also provide additional aftercare or post-operative instructions for you to follow intended to help you mend as quickly as possible while avoiding potential complications.
Oral Conscious Sedation
If you experience more moderate forms of dental anxiety or require more than one dental treatment during your appointment, we may suggest oral conscious sedation dentistry. This involves taking a prescribed medication before your appointment that will cause you to become much more relaxed. You may even feel euphoric by the time we begin administering treatment. Throughout your appointment, you’ll remain awake but feel no pain or concern for what is going on around you. When finished, you’ll need to have someone escort you home, as it will take some time for the medication to wear off.