Sedation Dentistry
To begin, sedation dentistry refers to the use of pharmacological agents to calm and relax a patient prior to and during a dental appointment. Certainly, we understand that many people experience fear or anxiety when they visit the dentist.
Therefore, these phobias can prevent certain individuals from receiving the dental care they need. As a result, at Santa Clarita Advanced Dentistry we offer sedation dentistry to create a more comfortable and enjoyable experience for our patients.
Levels of Sedation
We offer 2 types of sedation:
1. First, minimal sedation. You are awake but the medications make you feel more relaxed.
2. Second, Conscious sedation. You are wake, but you may feel groggy and in a dreamlike state.
Significantly, many patients throughout the years have reported that our sedation in our office has been life changing and has allowed them to get their dentistry done in a relaxing way for the first time in their lives. We are proud to offer these alternatives in our office.
Nitrous Oxide
Commonly referred to as “laughing gas”, nitrous oxide is a safe and effective sedative agent that is mixed with oxygen and inhaled through a small mask that fits over your nose to help you relax.
Oral Sedation
Oral sedation dentistry is a medical procedure involving the administration of sedative drugs via an oral route, generally to facilitate a dental procedure and reduce patient’s anxiety related to the experience.
IV Sedation & General Anesthesia
IV (intravenous) sedation and general anesthesia are administered through the vein directly to the bloodstream. This allows medications to take effect more quickly. Because the administration of these types of sedation is a little more serious, we typically reserve them for complex or lengthy procedures like oral surgery.
Schedule Your Appointment
Finally, if you would like to learn more about sedation dentistry, or to schedule an appointment / consultation, please call 661-259-4474.
Chirp ChirpApril 9, 2023.So professional! So nice! Always have a wonderful experience. Jamie at the front desk is the best!
Kelsey WebbMarch 2, 2023.Dr. Cho was so kind and really listened to my concerns with dental work and worked with me to give me the smile of my dreams. I am so grateful to him for the kindness and patience he showed and the effort he made to give me such a beautiful smile. Thank you for everything. Olivia, the dental assistant was so wonderful and was with me for every appointment and really walked me through everything and (literally) held my hand while I was so nervous during my appointments. I am so grateful to have found such an amazing office. I also want to say that Mary, is so upfront and knowledgeable about procedures and my insurance I appreciated her being so on top of everything for me. Overall an amazing experience and would HIGHLY recommend any of the staff member to anyone. Thank you guys.
Cheryl NordJanuary 27, 2023.I stand corrected...Once I got over MY oral insecurities and fear of going to a dentist I realized it's not them. It's me. Today I saw compassion and genuine caring in the office. Heather making sure I was ready steady to get the help I needed. Thank you Olivia for making me come back after my first visit. Dr. Cho for making me SMILE!!
Darla GSeptember 23, 2022.Hannah is an excellent hygienist:, professional and sensitive to her patients. Thank you!
Jordyn DowdSeptember 21, 2022.The staff and doctor were some of the nicest staff I have ever been helped by. They made me feel comfortable and safe in their office. The doctor was beyond amazing. I have never had a dentist be as focused and present on my appointment as her. I also have never had a dentist show me all of the anatomy we were looking at and explain what they are looking for in such detail. She was amazing! I will continue to have my dentistry needs taken care of at this office for a long long time.
Carlos ArceoSeptember 16, 2022.Great as always! Will be back in six months.
Kay CivatteSeptember 9, 2022.Very thorough examination. Thank you!
SURFRUNNER DSeptember 9, 2022.Always caring, proficient, and friendly. But above all it's about the quality of the dentistry itself which is outstanding.
