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What Are The Benefits of IV Sedation in Dentistry?

iv-sedationMany dental practices use the term “sleep dentistry” when talking about IV sedation. This can be confusing for some because it suggests that you are being put to sleep. However, this terminology is more descriptive to deep sedation, which is classified as general anesthesia.

In all reality, patients remain conscious during IV sedation, and are able to understand and respond to requests from the dentist.  However, patients typically don’t remember much, or anything at all, about what went on during the procedure. This is because of two reasons:

  1. IV sedation involves patients being induced in a state of deep relation and a feeling of not caring about what’s going on.
  2. The drugs that are used for IV sedation produce either partial or full memory loss from the period when it kicks in until it finally wears off. As a result, time will seem to pass very quickly and patients won’t recall much of went on. Many patients remember nothing at all.

Benefits of IV Sedation

  • IV sedation is a method of choice if patients don’t want to be aware of the procedure due to dental fear or dental phobia. The alternative is oral sedation, but oral sedation is not as effective as IV Sedation.
  • The onset effects of IV sedation are very rapid, and the drug dosage and level can be altered to meet the individual patient’s needs. This is huge advantage compared to alternative sedation methods. IV sedation is both highly effective and highly reliable.
  • The maximum level of sedation that can be reached with IV sedation is much higher compared to oral sedation and inhalation sedation.
  • The gag reflex is greatly diminished, patients that receive IV sedation rarely experience gagging during the procedure. If you’re choosing IV sedation to reduce gag reflex, inhalation sedation is tried first. If that fails to diminish the gag reflex then IV sedation is used.
  • Some treatments can be performed at a much faster pace and with less appointments with the help of IV sedation.
  • IV sedation provides a conscious state for the patient, while also helping them relax. Meaning the patient will be able to cooperate with instructions and feel relaxed at the same time.

Don’t let you fear of the dentist stop you from having a bright and healthy smile. If you do suffer from dental fear or dental phobia, be sure to ask Dr. Patrick Simone about sedation dentistry today.

If you would like to learn more about IV sedation, contact Dr. Patrick Simone, DDS in Henderson, NV at 702-735-2755 to schedule an appointment today. Or visit www.patricksimonedds.com for additional information regarding sedation dentistry.

Dr. Patrick Simone proudly accepts patients from Henderson, Las Vegas, Silverado Rach, Enterprise, Whitney, Spring Valley and all surrounding areas.

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Henderson, NV Dentist | Do You Suffer From Dental Anxiety?

iv-sedationDo you get anxiety at the first thought of having to make a trip to the dentist? Do you cringe at the sound of the high-pitched whir of dental tools? Well the time is here to fear no more because sleep dentistry helps relax your anxieties and fears. Sleep dentistry, also known as sedation dentistry, refers to the use of medications that help ease the anxiety or fear patients may have during or before their scheduled dental appointment. Dr. Patrick Simone is dedicated to making you feel comfortable with any treatment you may need. Some of those methods of relaxation used include the following:

  • Nitrous Oxide– Nitrous oxide, also known as silly gas, is used to help ease some of the anxiety and fear associated with dental treatments. This method wears off quickly after the procedure and the recovery time is minimal.
  • Oral Sedation– Oral sedation involves of taking a medication before the treatment to ensure that you are relaxed during the time of the actual treatment. Recovery time is a little longer with oral sedation, so take precaution and have someone to drive you home afterward the treatment.
  • IV Sedation– IV Sedation is administered directly into your blood stream, resulting in immediate relaxation. You will still be conscious but in a heightened state of relaxation, and will not likely remember much about the treatment afterwards. Like oral sedation, your recovery time will take a little longer, so make sure you have a ride home after the treatment.

Don’t let your fear of the dentist keep you from having a bright and healthy smile. If you do suffer from dental anxiety and need to have a procedure done, ask Dr. Patrick Simone about Sedation Dentistry today.

If you would like to learn more about sedation dentistry, contact Dr. Patrick Simone in Henderson, NV at 702-735-2755 or visit our website at www.patricksimonedds.com for more information.

Dr. Patrick Simone also proudly accepts patients from Henderson, Las Vegas, Silverado Ranch, Enterprise, Whitney, Spring Valley, and all surrounding areas.

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5 Benefits of IV Sedation | Henderson Dentist

Do you suffer from dental anxiety? Do you cringe at the sound of dental tools? Do you have a terrible gag reflex preventing you from visiting your dentist regularly? If you answered yes to any of these questions then IV sedation may benefit you greatly. A lot of people deal with dental anxiety, sensitive gag reflex or just general fear of the dentist, and that’s where “sleep dentistry” comes in.  Sleep dentistry includes IV sedation, and IV sedation is used to help relax and put patients at ease during a dental procedure. The following list includes a couple benefits of IV sedation:

  • IV sedations kicks in right as it’s administered and the drug dosage can be tailored to fit the patient’s needs.
  • A safe maximum level of sedation can be reached with IV sedation, as where with oral or inhalation sedation the results can be unreliable. IV sedation is both highly reliable and highly effective.
  • With IV sedation your gag reflex is likely to highly lessen in sensitivity.  If minimizing the gag reflex is the main objective, your dentist may try inhalation sedation first.
  • You are still conscious with IV sedation making it much safer that general anesthesia.
  • Your recovery time after IV sedation is usually shorter than if you did oral sedation, mostly due to the controlled drug dosage you are given.

Now that you read the five listed benefits of IV sedation maybe you’ll take that visit to your dentist for regular checkups. Remember keeping up with your oral health is very important to your overall health!

If you would like more information regarding IV sedation, contact Dr. Patrick Simone in Henderson, NV at 702-735-2755 or visit our website at www.patricksimonedds.com.

Dr. Patrick Simone also proudly accepts patients from Henderson, Las Vegas, Silverado Ranch, Enterprise, Whitney, Spring Valley, and all surrounding areas.

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Dental Anxiety

Going to the dentist isn’t on the top of everyone’s love list, but for some individuals, the fear of sitting in a dentist office is too much to handle. Too much to the point where they avoid going to the dentist at all. In 2009, almost half of the adults in the US skipped out on going to the dentist.

Dental anxiety is a term used to describe the feeling some individuals get from going to the dentist or the thought of getting dental procedures. While anxiety levels vary in everyone, some individuals lose sleep or worry excessively about the dentist that the condition worsens every time they are faced with a new dental prospect.

If you are looking to overcome your dental anxiety, here are some tips to help you.

  • Tell Your Dentist: Odds are, your dentist understands
    exactly how you feel as they probably have other patients experiencing the same
    things.
  • Distract Yourself: While you are in the office,
    watch some television, play some music, or read a book. Anything that will help
    you get your mind off of where you are. The point is to relax yourself.
  • Medicine: If you’re still feeling anxious even
    after you’ve relaxed your mind, talk to your dentist about general anesthesia
    or nitrous oxides to help you get through your procedures.

You don’t have to be afraid anymore! Call our office to find out more about helping your dental anxiety, 702-735-2755. Visit our website at www.patricksimonedds.com

Accepting patients from Henderson, Las Vegas, Silverado Ranch, Enterprise, Whitney, Spring Valley and all surrounding areas.

 

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Henderson Dentist | IV Sedation – A relaxed dental visit.

Intravenous Conscious Sedation (aka “IV sedation”) is when a drug, usually of the anti-anxiety variety, is administered into the blood system during dental treatment.

What does it feel like? Will I be asleep?

A lot of dental offices and practices use terms such as “sleep dentistry” or “twilight sleep” when talking about IV sedation. This is confusing, because it suggests that IV sedation involves being put to sleep. These terms are more descriptive of deep sedation. Deep sedation isn’t commonly used, and is classified as general anesthesia (even though sedation occurs on a continuum).

In reality, you remain conscious during conscious IV sedation. You will also be able to understand and respond to requests from your dentist.

However, you may not remember much (or anything at all) about what went on because of two things:

IV sedation induces a state of deep relaxation and a feeling of not being bothered by what’s going on the drugs used for IV sedation produce either partial or full memory loss (amnesia) for the period of time when the drug first kicks in until it wears off. As a result, time will appear to pass very quickly and you will not recall much of what happened. Many people remember nothing at all. So it may, indeed, appear as if you were “asleep” during the procedure.

Contact Henderson dentist Dr. Patrick Simone to schedule your next calming, anxiety free dental visit at 702-735-2755 or visit our website at www.patricksimonedds.com

Proudly serving Henderson, Las Vegas, Silverado Ranch, Enterprise, Whitney, Spring Valley and all surrounding areas.

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Reducing your Fears of the Dentist | Serving Enterprise, NV

Are you afraid to go to the dentist? Fear of the dentist is very common and at the office of Dr. Patrick Simone DDS we aim to reduce those fears. Dr. Simone DDS offer IV Sedation. IV Sedation is for patients with dental phobias and anxiety. It is a safe and simple way to reduce or eliminate fear and anxiety at the dentist.

During intravenous sedation (IV sedation), an anti-anxiety drug is administered into the bloodstream to produce a state of “conscious sedation.” Although you will not actually be asleep, you will enjoy a heightened state of relaxation and probably won’t remember much about the procedure afterwards. Your appointment will be a dream and hours in the chair will feel like minutes.

You don’t have to be afraid anymore! Call our office to find out more about IV Sedation and how it can help you overcome your dental fears, 702-735-2755. Visit our website at www.patricksimonedds.com.

Accepting patients from Henderson, Las Vegas, Silverado Ranch, Enterprise, Whitney, Spring Valley and all surrounding areas.

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IV Sedation – A relaxed dental visit | Henderson, NV

Intravenous Conscious Sedation (aka “IV sedation”) is when a drug, usually of the anti-anxiety variety, is administered into the blood system during dental treatment.

What does it feel like? Will I be asleep?

A lot of dental offices and practices use terms such as “sleep dentistry” or “twilight sleep” when talking about IV sedation. This is confusing, because it suggests that IV sedation involves being put to sleep. These terms are more descriptive of deep sedation. Deep sedation isn’t commonly used, and is classified as general anesthesia (even though sedation occurs on a continuum).

In reality, you remain conscious during conscious IV sedation. You will also be able to understand and respond to requests from your dentist.

However, you may not remember much (or anything at all) about what went on because of two things:

IV sedation induces a state of deep relaxation and a feeling of not being bothered by what’s going on the drugs used for IV sedation produce either partial or full memory loss (amnesia) for the period of time when the drug first kicks in until it wears off. As a result, time will appear to pass very quickly and you will not recall much of what happened. Many people remember nothing at all. So it may, indeed, appear as if you were “asleep” during the procedure.

Contact Dr. Patrick Simone to schedule your next calming, anxiety free dental visit at (702) 735-2755 or visit our website.

Dr. Patrick Simone also proudly serves Las Vegas, Silverado Ranch, Enterprise, Whitney, Spring Valley, and surrounding areas.

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IV Sedation – A relaxed dental visit | Henderson

Intravenous Conscious Sedation (aka “IV sedation”) is when a drug, usually of the anti-anxiety variety, is administered into the blood system during dental treatment.

What does it feel like? Will I be asleep?

A lot of dental offices and practices use terms such as “sleep dentistry” or “twilight sleep” when talking about IV sedation. This is confusing, because it suggests that IV sedation involves being put to sleep. These terms are more descriptive of deep sedation. Deep sedation isn’t commonly used (in the U.K. at least), and is classified as general anesthesia (even though sedation occurs on a continuum).

In reality, you remain conscious during conscious IV sedation. You will also be able to understand and respond to requests from your dentist.

However, you may not remember much (or anything at all) about what went on because of two things:

IV sedation induces a state of deep relaxation and a feeling of not being bothered by what’s going on the drugs used for IV sedation produce either partial or full memory loss (amnesia) for the period of time when the drug first kicks in until it wears off. As a result, time will appear to pass very quickly and you will not recall much of what happened. Many people remember nothing at all. So it may, indeed, appear as if you were “asleep” during the procedure.

Contact Dr. Patrtick Simone DDS of Henderson, NV to schedule your next calming, anxiety free dental visit. (702) 735-2755.