Dental phobia can often immobilize sufferers from seeking the dental treatment they desperately need. Teeth, unlike the rest of the body, are unable to heal by themselves and need the assistance of a dentist. However, dentistry has moved on from the scary days of barbershop dentists and today’s dentist are trained in the care of nervous or dental phobic patients. Treatments have also improved, becoming faster, gentler and more efficient. Dental sedation has also proved to be a massive boon to dental phobic patients, allowing them to have treatment free of anxiety and pain.
What is dental sedation?
Dental sedation is an intravenous solution, which gently eases the patient into a state of pain-free calm. The patient is awake during treatment, but doesn’t feel any pain or feel an anxiety. They are fully conscious and able to breathe by themselves and to interact with their dentist, but throughout and after treatment they feel no negative emotions. Although the patient isn’t unconscious for their treatment it is recommended that a friend or family member accompany them home, as they may feel mildly disorientated afterwards.
Helping dental phobic patients receive treatment
Dental phobia can greatly affect a person’s health and well being, with dental problems only likely to get worse without the aid of a qualified dentist. Sedation and gentle dentistry helps nervous patients receive the treatment they need, free of stress and pain. Sedation is available at our clinic, along with an eager ear to listen to all your worries and queries and patient and gentle dentistry to help you feel confident during your time at the practice.
If you would like more information about dental sedation please do not hesitate to ask for a consultation at the practice in Liverpool. We would be very happy to help you achieve the smile and dental health you deserve, free from pain and worry.
