Sedation Dentistry in Arlington Makes Treatments Easy

Calm dental anxiety, and receive the treatments you deserve with safe sedation dentistry from Arlington dentist, Dr. Prachi D. Shah. Learn about your options for a comfortable dental experience.

Pain-free Dentistry

You be completely relaxed during your dental work–from the simplest of hygienic cleanings to complex restorations. Worry about pain, gagging, dental sensitivity and claustrophobia disappears with sedation dentistry from your skilled Arlington dentist.

Fully certified in Level 1 and Level 2 sedation, Dr. Prachi Shah and her assistants offer more than local anesthesia, or pain shots. In fact, Dr. Shah, delivers 3 dependable choices, depending on what the patient desires, what the health history is and what dental treatments are required. Whatever the need is, Dr. Shah has it covered.
Nitrous oxide, or “Laughing Gas”

Nitrous oxide, otherwise known as laughing gas, allows the anxious patient to feel at ease but also to be awake and responsive to commands during dental treatments, such as fillings, root canal therapy and even routine hygienic cleanings. Delivered through a comfortable nasal mask resembling a paper cup, nitrous oxide renders a giddy, giggly, almost euphoric feeling. That’s why it’s nicknamed “laughing gas.”

The doctor can increase or decrease the dosage of this reliable medication as needed during the procedure, and laughing gas wears off immediately when the dentist turns it off. Individuals might experience a tingling sensation while under the influence of this sedative. However, patients can drive home alone after having nitrous oxide.

Oral Conscious Sedation, or Tranquilizers

Given in pill form before the dental treatment, oral conscious sedation is a tranquilizer such as Halcion, Vistaril, Versed, Ativan or Valium. These medications relax the patient but allow him to respond to verbal commands if necessary. He awakens immediately with a gentle shake of the shoulder. Some individuals may nap in the dental chair during their procedures. Upon awakening, they may not remember their dental work and must be driven home by a friend or loved one.
IV Sedation in Arlington

Dr. Shah uses intravenous, or IV, sedation for deep relaxation. Used for long, complicated or multiple procedures, IV sedation goes into a patient’s vein through a needle, and its dosage is continually monitored. The dentist can adjust it up or down as needed. The patient may experience some amnesia afterwards, and a responsible must drive him home from South Arlington Dental Care.

The Treatment Plan

Dr. Shah writes a customized treatment plan for each of her patients. It includes findings from oral examination and digital x-rays, as well necessary restorations and the patient’s cosmetic concerns. The Arlington sedation dentist includes an individualized medication plan for calming anxiety and discomfort.

So, be assured that your dental care with Dr. Prachi Shah and her team at South Arlington Dental Care will be more pleasant and relaxed than you could have imagined. If you have questions about sedation dentistry, contact South Arlington Dental Care for a personal consultation today!