What is sedation dentistry, and how can it help ease my dental anxiety?

Sedation dentistry is a unique field of dental work that focuses on ensuring patient comfort. At Irvington Dental in Streamwood, Illinois, we offer a wide range of dental services that can be paired with sedation for a more comfortable experience at the dental office.

What methods of dental sedation are available at Irvington Dental?

We are pleased to offer dental sedation for patients in and around the community of Streamwood, Illinois, and pride ourselves in providing various options for patients to choose from. These include:

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  • Oral conscious sedation. With oral conscious sedation, you will take a pill in the form of medication before your appointment. The medicine helps to relax and calm you both before and during the dental procedure. Patients who choose this form of sedation will need to arrange transportation to and from their dental appointment.
  • IV sedation. IV sedation is a fast-acting form of medication delivered intravenously to help you feel both relaxed and comfortable during your procedure. It is best for patients with moderate to severe dental anxiety.
  • General anesthesia. Anesthesia is another option for extreme dental anxiety. Our anesthesiologist will carefully monitor your vitals to ensure that the anesthesia provides a safe and effective way of managing discomfort and anxiety.

Which type of dental sedation is right for me?

If you have dental anxiety and want pain-free dentistry, we encourage you to talk to us about using sedation dentistry techniques during your upcoming appointments. We can ease dental phobia by calming your body using any of the above solutions. During a consultation appointment, we can talk about your level of anxiety and educate you on how we can alleviate your fears and improve your experience at our office!

Schedule a visit with Irvington Dental today to learn more about sedation!

If you have struggled with dental anxiety and phobia and have an upcoming dental procedure, we invite you to talk to our team about your concerns to determine if you are a proper candidate for sedation dentistry. Call (331) 245-2969 to request an appointment at our facility in Streamwood, IL, at 945 West Irving Park Road.