Sedation Dentistry

Have you been avoiding the dentist? Dodging our calls? Don’t worry, you’re not the only one. Millions of Americans suffer from some form of dental anxiety that prevents them from seeking the dental care.

Thankfully, at Complete Dental Health, we are happy to offer Sedation Dentistry to help our patients overcome their fear of the dentist, and have the most comfortable experience possible.

Am I a candidate for Sedation Dentistry?

There are many different reasons people avoid the dentist, and many levels of fear and anxiety people experience. For some, it just makes the whole process uncomfortable, but for others the fear can be so crippling they will go years, even their whole lives without seeing the dentist.

Here are some of the most common reasons people avoid the dentist:

Fear of pain or blood
Fear of needles or tools (“the drill”)
Fear of embarrassment
Bad experience in the past
Uncomfortable with personal space
Unable to sit still for lengthy appointments
Jaw pain or TMJ dysfunction
Bad gag reflex
Fear of cost

Whatever the reason, if you could use a little encouragement to schedule that next dental appointment, and a little help relaxing in the chair, we’ve got you covered.

Oral Conscious Sedation

Oral conscious sedation comes in the form of a prescription pill (a sedative) that your Hillcrest dentist will prescribe, and you can pick up at your local pharmacy. You will take the sedative about an hour before your appointment to help you relax.

You will start to feel nice and relaxed, allowing all your concerns to melt away. A waking dream-like state will then gently take over, during which you will remain generally conscious and able to respond to the doctor. While sedation is not the same as general anesthesia, it does produce analgesic effects. As a result, the details of your appointment will not be remembered, and it will feel like it was over before it even began.

Your vitals will be closely monitored by our team while you are under sedation, and you will need to arrange for transportation to and from your appointment.

If you want to keep your mouth and body healthy, coming to the dentist regularly is not optional, but fear and anxiety are. Give yourself a break and get the dental care you need comfortably with sedation dentistry. You won’t regret it, and you’ll leave with a smile knowing you made the right decision for your oral health.

Come Smile with Us!

If you have any questions about restorative dentistry or would like to schedule a consultation with your San Diego dentist, Dr. Timothy Collins at Complete Dental Health, give us a call today or schedule a visit online!

Services We Offer

General Dentistry
– Oral Hygiene
– Gum Disease
– Tooth Colored Fillings
– Oral Cancer Screenings
– Mouth Guards
Restorative Dentistry
– Onlays
– Crowns
– Bridges
– Dentures
– Full Mouth Reconstruction
Cosmetic Dentistry
– Smile Makeovers
– Veneers
– Teeth Whitening
– Cosmetic Bonding
– Contouring & Shaping
Dental Implants
Invisalign®
Sedation Dentistry
Sleep Apnea
TMJ
Technology

Schedule An Appointment

To request an appointment with us, please call us at (619) 295-2202. You can also click on the button below to provide your contact information and preferred day and time for your appointment.