Dental phobia affects many people and for some it keeps them away from the dentist until they are in terrible pain. However, patients at Kent Smile Studio can benefit from our amazing IV sedation, to help them through their treatments and on their way to healthier happier smiles.
What is IV Sedation and how does it work?
IV sedation differs from anaesthetic in that you are awake and conscious during your treatments. However, you do not feel any pain or feel any anxiety and instead feel calm and relaxed. The solution is applied with a small injection to the back of the hand, after which you are allowed to relax and enter into the sedated state, after which your treatment will be completed.
Will someone have to come with me?
IV sedation doesn’t affect you as much as anaesthetic, where you wake up feeling groggy and completely disorientated, but just on the safe side you will need someone to take you home after treatment. Some compare it to being drunk and we all know drinking and driving isn’t the best idea, especially after dental treatment!
Does it help dental phobic patients?
IV sedation has help many, many of our dental phobic patients receive the treatment they need. The pain of the injection is very small in comparison to the pain of a rotten tooth and throughout and after your treatment you will feel no anxiety or pain. We also always take our time with every one of our patients and will go as slowly or quickly as you feel comfortable with.
If you are nervous and would like to discuss your IV sedation options, please feel free to call the practice and arrange a consultation. We are eager to help any who have a fear of the dentist overcome their phobia and achieve the healthy, happy smile they deserve.
