Oral Sedation
Easley, SC

At Cove Dental Care in Easley, SC, we recognize that anxiety often prevents people from seeking essential dental care. That's why we provide oral sedation to help you relax during your appointments. Our compassionate team strives to create a soothing atmosphere, ensuring you can receive necessary dental treatment without any fear or stress.

If you struggle with dental anxiety, oral sedation is a reliable and effective choice. By taking a sedative pill before your appointment, you can feel more relaxed during the procedure. Unlike general anesthesia, oral sedation allows you to remain awake and responsive while feeling calm and drowsy, minimizing awareness of the treatment. This approach is especially helpful for individuals who have a fear of dental visits or anxiety about specific procedures.

Experience a relaxing procedure at Cove Dental Care with oral sedation. Take a sedative pill one hour before your appointment to feel calm and comfortable. While you will be awake during the procedure, you may feel drowsy and have difficulty remembering afterwards. Please arrange for someone to drive you home after your appointment due to the sedative's effects on driving ability.

Benefits of oral sedation for patients with dental anxiety include:

• Easy to use: Taking a sedative pill is simple and non-invasive, making it a convenient option for most patients.
• Anxiety relief: Oral sedation effectively reduces anxiety, helping patients feel calm and relaxed during their dental visit.
• Pain management: Oral sedation helps manage discomfort, ensuring a comfortable experience during the procedure.
• Mild amnesia: Many patients experience mild memory loss, which can be beneficial for those with dental anxiety as they may not remember the treatment.
• Needle-free: Oral sedation is a good choice for patients who prefer to avoid needles, as it does not require any injections.

While oral sedation can be effective, there are several important factors to keep in mind:

• Effectiveness may vary among patients, making it difficult to achieve the desired level of relaxation.
• Oral sedatives typically take 30-60 minutes to take effect, so timing is crucial for them to be effective before the procedure.
• Recovery from oral sedation can last for several hours, necessitating transportation and time for recovery before returning to normal activities.
• Unlike IV sedation, the dentist is unable to adjust the level of sedation during the procedure, which could potentially result in under-sedation or over-sedation.