Learn About Painless Dentists - FAQs About Sedation Dentistry

Q. Will I really be totally relaxed with Sedation Dentistry?

A. Your painless dentist will administer just enough sedation so that you'll be completely unaware of the treatment, as if you were asleep.

Q. Will I remember anything after sedation dentistry?

A. At the end of the treatment, you'll have little or no memory of what was accomplished.

Q. Will I feel any pain during dental treatment?

A. Most patients experience no discomfort whatsoever during treatment and feel surprisingly good afterwards.

Q. What dental treatments can I have while under sedation?

A. Sedation and painless dentists can generally do it all—implants, dentures, cosmetic treatments, crowns, even gum surgery.

Q. Is sedation dentistry safe for me?

A. Oral sedation dentistry protocols have been used safely for 30 years. Sedation dentists will review your medical history and monitor you closely while under sedation.

Q. Will my dental insurance cover it?

A. Almost all sedation and painless dentists will review your coverage and, if necessary, make financial arrangements so you get the care you need.

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