Sleep & Sedation Dentistry in Burlington

Sedation dentistry describes the use of an anesthetic to gently help patients relax and experience pain-free treatments at the dentist.  Sedation dentistry in Burlington is preferred for patients who require more invasive treatment procedures or for patients who become extremely anxious before a dental procedure.  There are different options when it comes to anesthetics and sedation dentistry.  Your dentist will discuss the upcoming procedure, your needs and your medical background before selecting which type of sedation will be best for you. 

How does Sedation Dentistry in Burlington Work?

Sedation anesthetics are typically administered intravenously because this method allows for precise dosing and for the sedative effects to happen quickly.  With an intravenous already in place, administering further medications (if required) is also much easier.  If a patient is anxious about needles, we can prescribe a sedative pill instead or we can administer a numbing patch to reduce the sensations that sometimes accompany the IV.  Our office also offers sedation dentistry for our Burlington patients in the form of nitrous oxide (laughing gas) sedation. We want our patients to be comfortable, calm and pain-free during their visit to our office, making sedation dentistry an excellent tool for the job.

Patient Monitoring During Sedation Dentistry

Our office in Burlington has a dental anesthesiologist who administers the sedation and monitors our patients during their procedure.  All vital signs, including oxygen saturation, heart rate, EKG, blood pressure and breathing are monitored closely to ensure our patients safety.  Dental anesthesia and sleep dentistry have a successful track record, which is why it is routinely used in many modern dentistry procedures and treatments.  Rest assured that our dentists have received all the proper training and certification to ensure our patients health and safety throughout any procedure.  Remember that during your consultation it is important to notify your dentist if you are taking any medications or suffering from any health problems.