You are not alone if you find yourself anxious over dental visits. However, this anxiety shouldn’t make you neglect your oral health. Dr. Pechak and his team at Perio & Implant Center offer Sunnyvale sleep dentistry to ensure you have a pleasant experience during your dental appointment.
An overview of sleep dentistry
For many children and adults, dental visits can be anxiety-provoking experiences. This fear often makes many people neglect their dental health, increasing their risk of dental issues. The compassionate specialists at Perio & Implant Center of Monterey Bay and Silicon Valley comprehend and support you through dental appointments if you have dental anxiety. Drs. Bembry and Pechak are board-certified dental specialists with years of experience offering sleep dentistry. The practice also has an in-house skilled Medical Anesthesiologist who may recommend the best sedation option depending on your anxiety about your dental procedure. Dr. Pechak prioritizes oral health by easing dental anxiety and making your experience pleasant. The team does everything possible to ensure you maintain your attractive smile and still have a nice time during your dental visits.
Available forms of sedation
Dr. Pechak and his skilled team at Perio & Implant Center offer several forms of sedation ranging from light relaxation to deep sleep.
- Deep sedation
Also known as general anesthesia, deep sedation leads to deep sleep in which you can hear or feel anything. This form of sedation is only recommendable for extensive dental work and can only be administered under an in-house Medical Anesthesiologist’s support.
- Moderate sedation
This sedation level allows you to respond to verbal cues during the dental procedure, but you won’t remember the experience. Your doctor may administer this sedation in IV or oral form.
- Minimal sedation
You recommend this sedation level to calm your nerves, ensuring you are comfortable throughout your treatment. Sedative pills and nitrous gas (laughing gas ) are the available forms of sedation. This form of sedation ensures that you are aware of your surroundings but still comfortable.
Dr. Pechak may recommend arranging for a loved one to take you to and from the facility about your treatment.
Determining your eligibility for sleep dentistry
Individuals of all ages can benefit from sedation dentistry. For people who experience no anxiety during dental visits, the specialist may administer local anesthetic during simple procedures such as fillings. During your appointment, your provider may conduct a thorough medical exam and discuss your concerns to ensure that sedation dentistry is right for you. Dr. Pechak may recommend sleep dentistry if you have low sensitivity to pain, dental anxiety, difficulty staying in a chair for too long, strong gag reflex, or sensitive teeth.
If your choice of sedation is nitrous oxide, you can embark on your daily activities immediately after your dental procedure. However, if you choose intravenous or oral sedatives, your provider may recommend taking a full day to rest before resuming school or work. Don’t allow dental anxiety to hinder you from accessing the dental care needed. Call the Perio & Implant Center office or book an appointment online to explore more about sleep dentistry.
