Sedation Dentistry FAQs

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Did you know that dental anxiety, or even a fear of the dentist, is a very common affliction that adults in America share? So many adults are not able to get the right oral health care because of this anxiety, and that can cause problems for their overall health in the future. We want all our dental patients in Rockville to feel comfortable coming to us, so we offer sedation dentistry. Read on to learn more from our sedation dentistry FAQs.

 

  1. Who is sedation dentistry for?

Sedation dentistry is designed for adults who have a fear of the dentist or dental anxiety. Have you:

  • Had a bad experience with a dentist in the past?
  • Had trouble with anesthesia or a strong gag reflex?
  • Had a fear of needles?
  • Felt shame regarding the state of your teeth?

We can offer you sedation dentistry so that you do not suffer from any of these.

  1. What kind of sedation is it?

There are several types of sedation dentistry, but you are probably familiar with these two. The first is an oral pill called Triazolam, which is related to Valium, and can be administered to you before your dental appointment. Take it an hour before your visit, and by the time you arrive, you will already feel comfortably relaxed. Laughing gas is the other type of sedation dentistry used in Rockville, and it is administered when you are in your appointment. It works nearly instantly.

  1. What happens when I am sedated?

It is understandable that you may feel uncomfortable being sedated in a place that already gives you anxiety. After you are sedated, you will remain awake and alert, just in a relaxed state. Most patients tell us they do not remember any pain or even what we really did to their teeth.

After your treatment, it is best that someone drive you home. We will monitor your health during the treatment to be sure you are not reacting poorly to the sedation.

 

Learn More from Your Sedation Dentist in Rockville

 

You do not have to suffer though dental anxiety to protect your health. If our sedation dentistry FAQs didn’t answer all your questions, call our Rockville Dental Arts at 301-424-2030, or contact us online.

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M. Cooper
November 14, 2023.
Great staff. Professional experienced doctors. Beautiful office in a convenient location.
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Bianca S
November 10, 2023.
When I first moved to the area some six plus years ago I stumbled on this gem. All the staff are very accommodating and polite and they truly care about their patients. From the dentist to the dental hygienist they always try their best to help you and education you on dental care. Really could not ask for a better place! If you are in need of dentist this is the place to go.
Adam Murphy
Adam Murphy
November 6, 2023.
Hands down the best dentist and dental office that I've visited. The warm and genuine hospitality that April and the entire front desk staff exhibits is unparalleled. Beyond that, once you are seated in the new and sparkling clean dental chair, you immediately know that you are in good hands. Dr. Norkiewicz and his team have provided me with world class dental care for nearly a decade. From routine cleanings to dental implants, they do it all. Go to Rockville Dental Arts if you want something to smile about. You'll be glad that you did.
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Yanex Salazar
October 30, 2023.
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Antonio Q
October 3, 2023.
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Brenda Ayala
September 29, 2023.
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Jennifer Posada
September 28, 2023.
amazing experience! I had developed severe anxiety around going to the dentist after a bad experience. I found this place after seeing so many great reviews and can definitely see why that is. They made me feel so at ease and informed. I really appreciated their solution-oriented approach. Highly recommend.
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Tony Malveaux (Mal)
September 21, 2023.
I had such a wonderful experience as a new patient at this location. My hygienist (Jackie), was nothing less than phenomenal with my oral care and maintenance. She was very thorough in explaining my care plan, she was extremely personable and genuine which is very important to me. The physicians and staff were all extremely inviting, and impressed upon me that my dental care was their number one priority. I would definitely recommend this location and their team to all!

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