Different from general anesthesia, which leaves a patient unconscious, dental sedation is intended to simply to lessen a child’s anxiety or pain during dental visits. In some cases, a child may become somewhat drowsy or less active while sedated, but this will reverse after the procedure is completed and the sedative wears off. When Would…
Sedation Dentistry
Tooth Extraction in Children
At Summer Kids Dental in Las Vegas, we’re fond of saying that teeth are meant to last a lifetime. And they are. But sometimes dental issues become so serious that tooth extraction is unavoidable, even in baby teeth. Extractions may be necessary due to extensive decay. In other cases, we need to make room for…
How To Overcome Dental Phobia
Categories: Sedation Dentistry
Sweaty Palms. Increased Heartbeat. The urge to flee. An estimated 15% of dental patients experience some level of dental anxiety when it’s time for a dental checkup. This anxiety can be a result of a number of factors but no matter the cause, it keeps patients from receiving the dental care that they need. If…