Sleep Dentistry in Valencia

A visit to the dentist is not always fun, yet it is an essential part of life. If you find that the idea of visiting the dentist or going through a dental procedure fills you with fear and anxiety, then Dan Iannotti, DDS may recommend a form of sedation to help ease the anxiety and make you feel comfortable enough to receive the dental care you need.

Sleep Dentist, Sedation Dentist Near Me, Valencia 91355

There are different sedation techniques that can be used to calm dental patients before and during in-office treatment, or to make them more comfortable for longer procedures. Dental sedation is different from pain management. The latter involves shots and numbing agents. But if the idea of getting a numbing shot frightens you, then dental sedation can help you relax and take your mind off the treatment process.
Depending on your level of dental anxiety, Dan Iannotti, DDS may recommend one of the following types of dental sedation:

1. Nitrous Oxide Sedation Nitrous oxide or laughing gas is usually given before dental procedures such as root canal therapy or crown placement to help patients relax. The gas is administered by placing the apparatus over your nose to inhale it. The effects are mild, and you will be conscious (awake) during the procedure. The effects wear off as soon as the apparatus is removed and you stop inhaling the gas, usually within a minute. Nitrous oxide can be used alone, or in combination with oral sedation if stronger sedation is desired while keeping the patient awake.

2. Oral Conscious Sedation Dr. Dan is certified to provide Oral Conscious Sedation which allows extremely fearful patients to have a comfortable experience during necessary dental care. A designated driver must accompany you if you choose this level of sedation in our office. Although you will be conscious or awake during the procedure, often times you will not remember the visit and may not remember much of the entire day. Please ask us about the risks and benefits to oral conscious sedation so we can safely and comfortably optimize your oral health.

3. IV sedation/General Anesthesia General anesthesia means you will be asleep and totally unconscious for your treatment. This is only reserved for the most fearful patients or patients undergoing extensive dental reconstruction or patients with special needs who can not be safely managed with lighter levels of sedation. Please call our office to discuss your unique treatment needs.