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Sedation Dentistry in Brentwood for Anxious Patients
Don't let dental anxiety keep you from the care you need. Dr. Roman offers safe, gentle sedation options so you can relax completely during your visit.
What Is Sedation Dentistry?
Sedation dentistry uses medication to help patients relax during dental procedures. At our Brentwood practice, Dr. Roman is specially trained through DOCS Education, one of the nation's leading sedation dentistry training programs, to provide safe, effective sedation for patients of all anxiety levels.
Whether you have a mild case of dental nerves or severe dental phobia that has kept you from the dentist for years, we have options to help you feel calm, comfortable, and at ease.
Our Sedation Options
We offer sedation options tailored to your needs:
- ✓Oral Conscious Sedation: Take a prescribed pill before your appointment to feel deeply relaxed. You'll remain awake and responsive but in a state of complete calm.
- ✓Nitrous Oxide (Laughing Gas): A mild, fast-acting sedative inhaled through a comfortable mask. Effects wear off quickly after your visit.
- ✓Combined Approaches: For patients with higher anxiety, we may combine techniques for maximum comfort.
Who Is a Good Candidate for Sedation?
Sedation dentistry is ideal for patients who:
- ✓Experience dental anxiety or fear
- ✓Have had negative dental experiences in the past
- ✓Have a sensitive gag reflex
- ✓Need extensive dental work completed
- ✓Have difficulty getting numb with local anesthesia
- ✓Want to complete multiple procedures in fewer visits
What to Expect
Before your appointment, we'll review your medical history and discuss which sedation option is best for you. On the day of treatment, you'll take your sedation medication as directed. Throughout your procedure, we monitor your vital signs to ensure your complete safety.
Most patients report feeling like their appointment flew by and are pleasantly surprised by how comfortable the experience was. Many tell us they wish they had tried sedation dentistry sooner!
Safe and Comfortable
Your safety is our top priority. Dr. Roman has completed extensive training in sedation dentistry and follows strict protocols. Our team is trained in monitoring and emergency procedures, and we use the latest monitoring equipment throughout every sedation appointment.
