Sedation Dentistry in Simi Valley

Many patients have fear and anxiety when it comes to the dentist. At Simi Valley Periodontics, our team is here to put your fear and anxiety to rest, to ensure a relaxing and anxiety-free dentist visit. Sedation dentistry in Simi Valley helps alleviate all your worries so you are able to receive the help that you need and deserve. This way, you don’t have to avoid the dentist altogether, especially when you have a trusted team on your side that is dedicated to ensuring an easy visit. 

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Some patients may have had unpleasant memories at the dentist as a child, which automatically gives them a negative idea when it comes to visiting the dentist. However, we completely understand and do everything it takes to make your trip to the dentist office relaxing and fear-free without any worries. With the help of sedation dentistry, we’ve got you covered. 

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At Simi Valley Periodontics, we always want to make sure that you are comfortable at your visit. Whether you need minor or extensive dental work done, it is important that you know that we have options when it comes to sedation. Our team is highly qualified and experienced in administering sedation. Here are the types of sedation that we offer at our offices:

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• Oral sedation
• IV sedation
• Laughing gas

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Oral Sedation 

Oral sedation, also known as conscious sedation, involves medication that is taken 1 hour before the procedure. This type of sedation will put your mind at ease and reduce any stress you may have before and during the procedure. Patients feel confident in choosing oral sedation, as they usually drift in and out of sleep during the procedure and can still be responsive. For example, patients are able to wake up and respond to the dentist’s questions and commands, while feeling completely worry-free at the same time. 

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While oral sedation in Simi Valley usually involves almost no side effects, it is important for patients to have someone drive them to and from their appointment. In addition, it’s important to note that it is highly unlikely that oral sedation will interact poorly with current medication that you are taking. 

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IV Sedation 

IV sedation is a form of sedative used for patients who would prefer to be completely asleep throughout their procedure. With IV sedation, you will be asleep during the entire procedure and wake up feeling rested and at ease. At Simi Valley Periodontics, you do not have to worry about the sedation being administered, as we diligently monitor your heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen levels. Due to our advanced technology, we will be able to determine if you need more or less sedation. Many of our patients use IV sedation in Simi Valley for their procedure, which provides them with the comfort needed to ensure an easy and stress-free visit. 

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Laughing Gas

Laughing gas is another form of conscious sedation so patients don’t have to take a pill before their visit. Laughing gas is administered by placing a breathing mask over the nose. As you inhale the laughing gas, which is mixed with oxygen, you will slowly start to relax. Laughing gas helps patients become anxiety-free throughout the procedure. Once the mask is taken off, the effects quickly wear off so you are able to drive home safely.