Many Boise dentistry patients have discovered the benefits of anxiety-free dentistry (sometimes called sleep dentistry). There are three main types of sedation options available in the Boise area.
Inhalation
Laughing gas has been used in Nampa cosmetic dental offices for over a century, because, in many ways, it is an ideal sedative. It begins to work quickly, but then wears off as soon as the Meridian dental patient stops inhaling it. Breathing laughing gas can produce warm tingling sensations and a feeling of euphoria.
Oral Conscious Sedation
Oral sedatives take longer to work than laughing gas, but produce a calmer state for many nervous Nampa dental patients. Triazolam and diazepam are common oral sedatives used in dentistry. These sedative medications are routinely prescribed by Boise physicians for anxiety, insomnia, and muscle spasms.
Oral sedation is a good sedation choice for anxious patients who require a lengthy dental procedure. After the dental visit, it takes a while for the medication to wear off. A Sun Valley conscious sedation patient should not plan to drive home after undergoing oral sedation.
To schedule a sedation consultation, call Blaisdell Family Dentistry at 208-639-0489. We have the answer for your dental anxiety.
