Is sedation dentistry like having surgery?
I have severe anxiety issues. Is sedation dentistry like having surgery where you’re out? Drew A. – Missouri Drew, It really depends on the dentist. They all have different sedation procedures they prefer to do. Some dentists do an IV Sedation where you are pretty much out during the procedure. Most do something called oral […]
Scared of Sedation Because of News Stories
I finally talked myself into going to the dentist by using sedation (It will be my first time in sixteen years) and now I keep seeing all these news stories about patients being sexually assaulted. Now I’m afraid to go. Cyndy M. – New Jersey Cyndy, I understand you’re frightened. These type of stories are […]
Why can’t I get numb?
I’ve been to the dentist twice to get a procedure done, but he hasn’t been able to get me numb. We end up abandoning the procedure. What’s the deal? Danny B. – New Jersey Danny, It’s possible that you have some form of dental anxiety, even without realizing it. That can cause your body to […]
Dental procedure for alzheimer patient
My mother has alzheimers. She can be quite difficult at times. Today she was screaming about her mouth hurting. When I finally got her asleep, I peeked inside her mouth. There is a huge cavity and what looks like an abscess based on what I infer from the articles I looked up online. I know […]
Special needs child needs a dentist
I have a son who is special needs-severely special needs. He will let me touch him and no one else. Even with me it’s not a guarantee that he’s not going to fly into a panic and disappear into his private world. I try to help him clean his teeth as best I can, but […]
Will insurance cover sedation dentistry?
I haven’t been to a dentist’s office in a while because of finances. My husband had been out of work for three years. He got a new job and they actually have dental insurance. I have some dental anxiety. I’m sure the appointment will be even worse than I remember, becuase of how long I’ve […]
Can children use sedation dentistry
My son had a bad experience at the dentist’s office last appointment. He’s not too thrilled about going back. Is it safe to use sedation dentistry on children? Morgan – Las Vegas Morgan, Yes, it is generally safe to use sedation dentistry on children, as long as they don’t have any allergies to the medication […]
Anti-depression medication and sedation dentistry
If I’m on anti-depression medication. Is it still possible for me to use sedation dentistry? Laura K. – Lawrence, Kansas Laura, It will depend on what type of anti-depression medication you’re on. Some classes of anti-depressants can interact with the sedative agents. If yours doesn’t interfere, then you can continue taking them as normal. If […]
Bulimic who’s scared of the dentist
I’m bulimic and I need to go to the dentist. Something is wrong with my teeth. I think it is because of how much I purge. I know it’s important, but I am terrified of the dentist. What I really want to do is not go, but my mouth is hurting. Is there a way […]
Child scared of the dentist
My nine year old daughter had a bad experience at the dentist last year. Since then, she hasn’t wanted to go. In fact, she’s terrified. Is there a way to help children with this? Elaine D. – South Dakota Elaine, What will help her the most is a series of good experiences at the dentist, […]