Sedation dentistry is used on patients who fear dentists and dental procedures. Sedation dentistry can take away some of the patients' anxiety and it can be used for everything from a simple tooth cleaning to invasive procedures.
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Sedatives are typically prescribed for anxiety and sleep disorders because they increase GABA in the brain, a natural chemical responsible for slowing down brain activity. Because people feel relaxed and calm when they take sedatives, it doesn’t take long for the brain and body to grow dependent on them.
The deepest level of conscious sedation available in a dental office setting is IV sedation dentistry. Through an IV line, your dentist administers sedative drugs directly to your bloodstream. Your dentist keeps an eye on your oxygen levels, blood pressure, and pulse rate while performing the procedure. At any time, they can change your dosage and, if necessary, switch to reversal medicine.
Sedation dentistry help you to remain calm and comfortable during dental procedures. Your dentist work faster when you’re under sedation, it can result in fewer appointments. Finally, many people have lot of dental anxiety that they avoid going to the dentist altogether.
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Sedatives are most commonly used to relieve irritability, anxiety, and excitement. Alcohol is one type of sedative, as is diazepam and lorazepam, among others.
The sedative eg. Lunesta, Zopiclone, are designed to make you fall asleep. Some preparations are extended release, to help you stay asleep eg. Ambien CR.
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