What is Sedation Dentistry?

    WASHINGTON, DC, February 25, 2011 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Patients receiving complex dental procedures or routine treatments can benefit from the use of sedation dentistry. It is a medically safe and effective means to achieve relaxation in the dentist's chair. Sedation dentistry benefits both you and the dentist performing your procedure.

The Benefits of Sedation Dentistry

Dentists use sedation dentistry to relieve anxiety and induce relaxation during treatment. Most sedatives mildly lessen reactions of your nervous system. This diminishes the phobia from taking hold of your body and sending warning signals in the form of nervousness or irritability. Instead, you experience relaxation. This deep state of calm helped to coin the phrase, sleep dentistry.

You may choose sedation dentistry with a variety of needs ranging from dental phobias to prohibitive medical conditions. Even more common dental routines will make use of sedation. It is now a hallmark of the modern dental office that strives to improve the perception of dental work by investing in your comfort. Some benefits include:

- allowing the dentist to perform more complex procedures
- resulting in fewer visits for a full mouth rejuvenation or a smile makeover
- future routine care as you are happy to return

Choosing the Right Sedation Dentist

Sedation dentistry is generally used to improve your experience. Dentists who perform sedation must have specialized training in techniques required by the American Dental Association. A sedation dentist should be chosen not only by their qualifications and education, but also by their focus on your experience.

Whether insurance covers sedation as part of your dental work may depend on the treatment required. Companies may categorize sedation as an unnecessary expense and may suggest paying out of pocket. However, if it results in fewer necessary visits for more complex dental work, insurance may consider it. Affordable financing should be offered by the sedation dentist to assist in any out of pocket expense.

To learn more about sedation dentistry, please visit the website of Softouch Dental Care at www.softouchdentalcare.com, serving patients in Northern Virginia including Tysons Corner, Fairfax, Reston, Alexandria, Arlington and Washington, D.C.

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