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725 S 51st. West Des Moines, IA 50265 ?(515) 224 1618

Sedation Dentistry

Sedation Dentistry in West Des Moines

At Apex Dental, we take pride in our ability to provide comfortable care for patients with a real fear of the dental chair. Our dental team has the unique ability to provide dental services under sedation or anesthesia.

 

Relaxing Sedation can benefit many people, particularly:

● Patients with anxiety, fear or phobias about any and all dental care
● People with anxiety, fear or phobias about only certain dental care, such as surgical procedures
● People with physical, medical or emotional disabilities that may impede dental care
● People with extensive treatment needs
● People who can not control their gag reflex
● People who have an allergy to or prefer more than local anesthesia

 

Awake or Asleep for dental work…it’s your choice

MILD SEDATION

Nitrous oxide or oral sedatives may be used at Apex Dental to provide dental work for patients who are not comfortable going to sleep.

While awake and in control, patients with low-levels of anxiety remain relaxed during their procedure.

MODERATE SEDATION

IV sedation is available to those patients who desire a greater level of sedation, yet wish to remain responsive during their dental treatment.

Under Moderate Sedation, patients typically do not recall their experience. It is the most common level of sedation we provide.

Nitrous Oxide Sedation. (Mild Sedation)

Nitrous Oxide is a very safe and effective form of light or mild sedation. It is inhaled and the effects start within a few seconds. It can be adjusted quickly if a patient is too light or too deep. Its effects are very quickly reversible so, after a few minutes without the gas, it is safe to drive yourself home.

Nitrous oxide light sedation makes many people feel happy and warm. It causes a lot of people to laugh, so it is often called laughing gas. It is great for a person who is somewhat nervous at the dentist.

 

IV Sedation. (Moderate Sedation)

Sometimes referred to as twilight sleep, IV sedation allows you to rest comfortably during your procedure with little to no memory of your dental treatment.

Sedation is a great option for those who are fearful or anxious about dental treatment, those who have had a previous bad experience at the dentist, those with a strong gag reflex, those who have a difficult time getting numb, those who don’t like shots in their mouth, and those who simply want the ultimate experience in comfort at the dentist.

IV Sedation provides several benefits:

● Sedation takes effect almost immediately
● You feel an almost instant sense of calm and relaxation

Due to the extensive training and expertise required, we are one of a small number of dental clinics in Iowa that provide IV sedation. As such, we have helped a number of fearful people receive the dental care they need, in the relaxing atmosphere they require. Sedation via IV drugs is the most effective and safest form of sedation in dentistry. Throughout the duration of your treatment, your vitals are monitored by a trained professional. We can easily and quickly adjust your sedation as needed as your treatment is performed. Since the effects of IV sedation can linger for several hours, you will need to have someone to drive you home.

Dr. Brad has been licensed in IV sedation by the Iowa Dental Board for many years. He maintains membership in the American Dental Society of Anesthesiology.

 

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