Sedation Dentistry in New York City

Sedation Dentistry

Sedation dentistry can mean any type of sedative given by pill, elixir, intravenous, inhaled or otherwise, that relaxes patients for dental procedures. Many dentists advertising on the radio or the Internet provide sedation with a pill called triazolam combined with nitrous oxide (also known as laughing gas.) This can relax patients and may reduce their memory of dental procedures.

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More advanced dentists, called dentist anesthesiologists, are able to use the same pill, but offer other methods of sedation dentistry in addition to just “the pill.” Triazolam may be all that many patients need for relaxation; however, more apprehensive people typically require something more. A qualified, board-certified dental anesthesiologist can use intravenous anesthesia or general dental anesthesia. Dr. Louis Siegelman is one of the premier board-certified dental anesthesiologist in New York City and specializes in all aspects of sedation and sleep dentistry. Call today to see if sedation dentistry with Dr. Siegleman is right for you. Call (212) 974-8737 today to schedule your Sedation Dentistry consultation today!

Benefits of Sedation Dentistry

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Our goal is to provide dental care at our NYC office without fear, pain, or anxiety for our patients. Dr. Siegelman, a board-certified dentist anesthesiologist, has performed approximately twenty thousand sedations and general anesthetics over the last twenty years. We use a wide range of techniques to provide the most comfortable dental care possible. Many patients have found that dental care that utilizes sedation dentistry, such as intravenous or general anesthesia, maybe the most comfortable and relaxing solution to their dental problem.

The most important thing is what is best for you as an individual patient. Our dentists will meet with every patient to review their needs and desires. Together with the patient, we’ll offer the most appropriate options, including sedation dentistry. Every patient is cared for as a unique individual.

You Sleep, We Work. Sedation dentistry allows people to gain a sense of comfort about their procedures. It may also help some patients to undergo elective procedures that they may have been apprehensive about before. Sedation dentistry lets patients feel relaxed and calm, and in some cases, you may not even remember the dental procedure.

Patients that benefit from sedation dentistry include those who have:

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“I am someone who truly experiences dental phobia. This left me with severe dental issues. I can’t begin to explain how happy I am to have found this dental practice. I have had major work done her over the years with no issues at all. The entire staff is warm and welcoming. They explain all planned work and listen to, and address, all of my concerns. They understand my fears and do everything possible to alleviate them. I can smile again! I highly recommend this practice!” – M.S.

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Types of Sedation Dentistry

Sedation can be administered through several different methods, depending on the overall health and level of relaxation required by the patient. One method is nitrous oxide, also known as laughing gas, to achieve the relaxed sensation they desire. Other methods include oral sedation, intravenous (I.V.) sedation, and general anesthesia. Depending on a patient’s anxiety levels, different degrees of dental sedation may be required.

Intravenous Anesthesia

Many patients have found that dental care with intravenous or general anesthesia may be the most comfortable and relaxing solution to their dental problem. Dr. Siegelman has performed approximately twenty thousand dental sedation and general anesthetics over the last twenty years.

Oral Sedation

At our New York City dental office, we use a variety of different oral sedation techniques to make our patients as comfortable and relaxed as possible during dental treatment. Our most commonly used sedation dentistry medications are benzodiazepines, which are safe and effective. They are administered orally prior to treatment.

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With oral sedation, our patients are awake and able to respond to questions, but feel calm and unaware of the sights, smells, and sounds of the dental office. Often times our patients are relaxed enough from oral sedation to actually fall asleep during the procedure.

Nitrous Oxide

Nitrous Oxide, also known as laughing gas, is a pain-relieving and sedating gas that is combined with oxygen to make patients more comfortable during dental care. A light tingling feeling is often experienced by patients, as well as an altered sense of time. Patients often listen to relaxing music during nitrous oxide sedation. Some patients love the feeling and feel very comfortable, others require something more tranquilizing. In general, patients who have had traumatic dental or life experiences that leave a life long memory will be more comfortable with a sedation dentistry treatment that will relax them more than nitrous oxide alone.

Frequently Asked Questions About Dental Anesthesia and Sedation Dentistry

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Sedation dentistry refers to the selective use of sedation with dental treatment. There are a variety of options available from mild sedation to general anesthesia. Sedation provides a solution to help patients with dental anxiety or phobia to relax.

“Sleep Dentistry” is another term that’s sometimes used for sedation dentistry because patients often sleep with some sedation methods.

Proper sedation dentistry training is essential, in addition to the continuous monitoring of patients’ vitals. Our NYC office is equipped, trained, and most qualified to administer safe and effective sedation methods. Dr. Siegelman is a board-certified dental anesthesiologist who provides all levels of sedation dentistry; from mild sedation to general anesthesia. 

Nitrous oxide is a light sedation method used to “take the edge off” during dental procedures and works well for those with mild anxiety.

Oral sedation is administered orally prior to dental treatment. The medication is typically a benzodiazepine, which is commonly prescribed for anxiety, and works by binding to receptors in the brain responsible for anxiety.

“I’m so glad I chose Dr. Siegelman to finally address all of my dental issues. His bedside manner is fantastic and literally everyone associated with the practice is genuinely sweet, friendly and extremely patient. The quality of the dental work I’ve received is wonderful. I had absolutely NO swelling, pain or bruising after a rather extensive oral surgery and received a personal phone call from Dr. Siegelman that same night to check on my condition. This is an exceptionally well run dental office!

-Janet S.”

Contact Dr. Siegleman For Sedation Dentistry In NYC!

If you have any questions about sedation dentistry or dental anesthesia in New York City, Westchester County, Long Island, Rockland County, Connecticut, or New Jersey, call our NYC office at (212) 974-8737 or fill out a Contact Form here. Dr. Louis Siegelman and his team look forward to serving you.

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