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Do you suffer from “dentophobia”? Many people delay their dental appointments because they fear going to the dentist. There is often some level of pain or discomfort involved in most visits to the dentist’s office. If this is the case for you, fear not! There are several types of sedation available that will make your check up, root canal, or tooth extraction a lot more bearable.
What is sedation dentistry?
Sedation dentistry is the use of medication to help patients relax during dental procedures. Patients are usually awake unless they are undergoing an invasive procedure that might require general anesthesia. There are four levels of sedation:
. Minimal sedation – the patient is awake but relaxed.
. Moderate sedation – the patient is a little “goofy”, he/she may slur words and not remember much of the procedure.
. Deep sedation – the patient is on the edge of consciousness but can be awakened easily.
. General anesthesia – the patient is completely unconscious.
There are several options available for dental anesthetics. Medications can be used alone or combined. The type used depends on the age and health of the patient as well as the length of the procedure. It is also important to consider the patient’s previous experience and reaction to anesthetics.
Anesthetics can be short-acting when applied directly to the area being treated or longer-acting when surgery is involved. The success depends on:
. The drug
. The area being anesthetized
. The procedure
. Individual factors
Other things that may affect dental anesthesia include the timing of the procedure and inflammation can have a negative impact on the success of anesthetics.
Park Family and Cosmetic Dentistry
Park Family and Cosmetic Dentistry offers a wide range of dental services. If you suffer from dentophobia, make your appointment today with any of their highly trained professionals. If you’re worried about sedation, fear not! Dr. Tamer Eshra, DDS, is licensed in oral, IV, and nitrous gas sedation.
Dr. Tamer Eshra
Dr. Eshra’s success as a dentist is no accident. He has worked tirelessly to provide excellence for his patients, as well as earn trust from them. As a certified provider for immediate fixed total mouth rehabilitations, he implements the highest level of implant technology to deliver a beautiful, confidence-inspiring smile. Dr. Tamer Eshra, DDS is a certified provider for Hybridge and N-Sequence Full Mouth Over Implant Restoration.
His resume is filled with impressive credentials. He is a member of the American Academy of Laser Dentistry, a Surgical Implant Fellow of Misch Implant Institute, is licensed to provide both oral and IV sedation along with nitrous gas sedation and utilizes the highest-end equipment like Digital Smile Design to achieve the optimal desired outcome for his patients.
Dr. Eshra has soaked up education here and abroad, having studied at academic institutions such as the Medical School at Cairo University in Egypt, and Columbia University in New York, where he earned a doctorate degree in dental surgery.
Continuing his effort to provide the best dental care for his patients, Dr. Eshra has received advanced education in different aspects of dentistry; among them, soft tissue grafting, advanced bone grafting and sinus augmentation.
He holds a credo that a dentist must combine education with skill and a nurturing chairside manner. He believes that both he and his patients make up the framework of a team choosing the option for the best care possible.
When you’re ready to experience excellence in dentistry and begin the process of designing your perfect smile, contact Park Family and Cosmetic Dentistry, or set up your appointment online. It’s easier than you think – and you’ll be surprised at how affordable it can be. Don’t wait until it’s too late – contact us today.
Park Family and Cosmetic Dentistry
239-330-4208
690 Goodlette-Frank Rd. N.
myparkdental.com
