Sedation Dentistry Opens Treatment Options

People occasionally need a deeper cleaning than what a normal hygienist tooth cleaning offers. A dentist or hygienist may recommend deep teeth cleaning called scaling and root planing. This is a procedure that removes plaque and tartar from underneath the gums as well as the teeth’s surface.

Who Needs Sedation Dentistry?

Anyone can ask for sedation dentistry but it is best suited for those who have severe anxiety issues or an unmanageable fear of a dentist. Others who benefit from it are patients who can’t understand the procedure or cooperate with the dentist, special needs patients, and patients with diseases prone to uncontrolled movement and outbursts like Touretts, Alzheimer’s, and Parkinson’s.

Cost of Sedation Therapy

The cost of sedation therapy depends on the type of sedation used. Insurance doesn’t always cover the complete cost of sedation therapy but may in some cases where a person has a diagnosed problem preventing them from getting traditional dental treatment..

Types of Sedation Therapy

Sedation therapy falls into three categories. There is nitrous oxide, or laughing gas, which you breathe in. Oral medications are available as well as IV sedation therapy where the medication is injected into your bloodstream. All forms leave you conscious, although you may be drowsy and even fall asleep.

Recovery Time

Gums will need time to heal after a scaling and planing procedure. That usually takes a couple of weeks. You may need to watch what you eat and drink during that time. Your dentist will give you instructions. Those with gum disease should call us about scaling and planing. We’ll explain the process to you and offer you transparent pricing that includes what insurance will pay.

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