Visiting your dentist twice annually is essential for optimum oral health. We all know this, yet, many of us are still burdened with dental anxiety (nervousness about dental appointments). As a result, we shy away from or postpone dental checkups. If this sounds like you, don’t be too hard on yourself—dental anxiety is common. And luckily, many treatments are available to manage it; chief among them being dental sedation. But now, you may wonder…
Dental sedation, or sedation dentistry, is a method for quelling pre-dental nervousness. It helps to calm you down, easing the anxiety associated with dental visits. This treatment is a mild form of sedation that alleviates anxiety but enables you to retain consciousness. However, you may also experience bouts of short-term forgetfulness and the numbing of pain.
People experience varying degrees of uneasiness before dental visits; however, it doesn’t prevent them from attending their appointments. Conversely, people suffering from dental anxiety may experience symptoms such as:
If you are experiencing one or more of these symptoms before your dental visits, it may be due to dental anxiety. Consequently, dental sedation may be an appropriate option to help calm your nerves and make you feel relaxed at the dental clinic.
At Stoney Trail Dental, we want you to feel comfortable during your time with us. For this reason, we offer numerous dental sedation options to help calm your dental anxiety. Some of which include:
Dental anxiety is a common problem that can impact anyone from young children to full-grown adults. However, despite its prevalence, it is manageable. At Stoney Trail Dental, we have the tools, procedures, and knowledge to ease your dental anxiety, and create a pleasurable experience. So contact us today to book your appointment.
Blog posts from Stoney Trail Dental are for general information only. The content should not be considered medical advice. If you need professional medical advice or assistance, please contact your local doctor or clinic.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Gurshant Grewal - a registered dentist on May 29, 2023