Dental phobia or a general fear of the dentist especially when it comes to treatment is common. There are many reasons why people develop a fear of visiting the dentist, these fears can include a fear of pain, the drill, needles, embarrassments about their mouths or the actual dentist themselves.
Whatever the reason for the fear and anxiety, there is a treatment or course of action that can be taken to alleviate the fear, so you can get the dental treatment required. If pain and needles are the problem then the use of anaesthetic creams to numb the area may well be sufficient to calm the patient.
Sedation methods
However in more extreme cases sedation may be required. This can be either full (anesthetize) or partial sedation and removes the possibility of any pain being felt or drilling sounds being heard. Sedation is given intravenously and the needle is usually place either on the back of the hand or the arm. As the drug begins to work you will become calmer and more relaxed.
Depending on the level of sedation, you will either be totally unconscious for the treatment or be partially so. Longer treatments tend to warrant full sedation and unless requested a partial sedation will be used.
After treatment
Once the treatment is complete you will feel a little light headed, therefore you cannot drive and it is recommended to get a friend or family member along who can get you home. The use of sedation in the partial format is widely used to help patients overcome their fears and be able to get the dental treatment they require. If you are suffering with a fear of the dentist then we are here to help. Contact our team at Liverpool Implants & Aesthetic Dental Spa for an informal discussion today.
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