Sedation Dentistry in Niles, IL

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Sedation Dentistry - A Walk in the Park

Do you feel tense with the thought of going to the dentist? You’re not alone. Dental anxiety is more common than you think. Call Dental Specialists of Niles today at (847) 685-6686 to learn more about our sedation dentistry options!

Millions of people have anxiety about going to the dentist, and as a result, many of them do not take care of their dental needs.


Our dental team at Dental Specialists of Niles understands the fear often associated with dental visits. We do our best to alleviate your concerns and help you relax. We offer dental sedation, also known as Relaxation Dentistry, so you can receive the dental treatment you need without fear.


Sedation dentistry uses medicine to help patients relax. It is the process by which a patient is sedated, but still conscious, throughout the dental procedure. Patients are relaxed and often do not remember the procedure at all.


In addition to making dental treatment a relaxing experience, Sedation Dentistry offers the practical advantage of completing dental work that typically requires multiple visits in just one appointment. This benefit is particularly valuable for patients with busy schedules, as it minimizes the need to take additional days off from work or school for dental appointments.


By consolidating treatment into a single visit, Sedation Dentistry helps patients avoid the inconvenience of scheduling multiple appointments and the associated travel time and costs. Furthermore, completing the necessary dental work in one visit can help alleviate fears or anxiety about repeating any anticipated unpleasant experiences.


At Dental Specialists of Niles, we understand the importance of providing efficient and effective dental care that respects our patients' time and comfort. With Sedation Dentistry, we aim to make your dental visits as convenient and stress-free as possible, ensuring that you can achieve and maintain a healthy, beautiful smile without unnecessary delays or discomfort.


Benefits

Sedation Dentistry offers several benefits for patients and has become very popular. With little to no wait time, the experienced staff of Niles IL, know how to provide the information you need to feel safe. They address any and all concerns about the administered treatment. We are dedicated to providing a friendly and welcoming environment, so when you leave, you can hopefully have a new view on dental care and see how a dedicated staff can make all the difference when you have dental problems and need them taken care of:

  • Anxiety Relief: Sedation helps calm nervous patients, making their dental experience more comfortable.
  • Pain Management: Sedation can reduce or eliminate pain during dental procedures, ensuring a more pleasant experience.
  • Increased Comfort: Sedation helps patients relax, allowing them to remain still during longer procedures.
  • Memory Loss: Some sedatives can induce partial or full memory loss during the procedure, benefiting patients with dental phobia.
  • Quicker Procedures: With sedation, dentists can often complete more work in fewer appointments.
  • Controlled Movement: Sedation helps control involuntary movements, making procedures safer and more efficient.
  • Reduced Gag Reflex: Sedation can help suppress the gag reflex, which is particularly beneficial for patients with a sensitive gag reflex.
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Sedation Dentistry Options

  • Inhalation Conscious Sedation

    Nitrous oxide, commonly called laughing gas, has been used in dental offices for nearly 100 years. It is a sedative inhaled through the nose that begins to work after about 20 seconds. The mixture of nitrous oxide and oxygen induces relaxation and calmness, making the dental experience more comfortable for patients. One of the key advantages of nitrous oxide is its quick recovery time; after the mask is removed, the effects wear off rapidly, and patients can often resume their daily activities, including driving themselves home.

    This form of sedation is particularly suitable for patients with mild to moderate anxiety, including children, as it can help alleviate fear and promote a sense of ease during dental procedures. The team at Dental Specialists of Niles, P.C., may recommend Inhalation Conscious Sedation for patients who are nervous about their dental visits, ensuring a more pleasant and stress-free experience.


  • Oral Conscious Sedation

    Oral Conscious Sedation (given by mouth) involves a small pill taken prior to your appointment. It is a popular option for many people because it does not require use of needles. Oral sedatives are either swallowed in pill form or can be dissolved under the tongue. Both methods work within minutes. These medications help your experience of dental treatment to be as comfortable and relaxing as possible. In addition, they have a long safety record after decades of research and testing, and several even have “amnesic” properties, meaning you will remember little to nothing, even though you are conscious throughout the treatment. Your vital signs are monitored during the sedation to ensure everything is running smoothly. Although you will be very drowsy, you will not be unconscious and you will be able to communicate with our staff during the procedure.

  • IV Conscious Sedation

    IV Conscious Sedation are Sedatives delivered directly into the bloodstream intravenously (into the vein), and are more potent than when taken orally. Because IV sedation has an almost immediate effect on the body and its functions, there is a higher level of training required for those who administer it and monitoring with specialized equipment throughout IV sedation treatment to ensure everything is going smoothly. This type of sedation is recommended for Patients undergoing a more complex dental procedure, or who have severe dental anxiety. In addition, this form of sedation has more profound amnesic effects, so you will remember little to nothing.

Each type of sedation has its advantages and is selected based on the patient's level of anxiety and the complexity of the procedure. The team at Dental Specialists of Niles, P.C., will work with patients to determine the most suitable sedation option for their needs. There is so much that dentistry can do to help your mouth be healthier and your smile be more beautiful. If your long-standing fear of dental treatment causes you to avoid dentists, sedation dentistry can give you an experience that’s free of anxiety and discomfort. By offering these advanced sedation options, Dental Specialists of Niles, P.C., aims to make every visit as comfortable and stress-free as possible, ensuring patients receive the care they need for optimal oral health.