Which Type of Sedation is Right for Me | NYC Smile Design | Manhattan

January 15th, 2021 | 1 min read

At NYC Smile Design, we are pleased to offer the option of gentle sedation to patients who are nervous or who have difficulties with dental care due to:

A heightened gag reflex
Difficulties getting numb
Sensitive teeth
TMJ
And more

If you have traditionally struggled with dental visits due to emotional or physical discomfort, we welcome the opportunity to meet with you, listen to your concerns, and help you choose the most effective sedation dentistry option for your needs.

Our Sedation Dentistry Options

We offer two of the safest, most trusted, and most effective sedation options available:

Nitrous Oxide
Conscious Oral Sedation

Both of these options are known for their safety and efficacy and both can be of tremendous benefit to people who require dental sedation. Neither one, however, is ideal for every need.

Nitrous oxide produces a light level of sedation. Also known as laughing gas, nitrous oxide has potent analgesic properties as well, allowing it to serve the double purpose of temporary sedation and pain relief.

Administered through a mask or tubes, once the supply is cut, the effects of nitrous oxide wear off quickly, making it ideal for people on the go.

Conscious oral sedation, also known simply as oral sedation, produces a moderate to heavy level of sedation. While you will still be conscious, the relaxing effects of oral sedation allow for complete comfort.

This option produces a lasting calm. It may be best to arrange for a ride home if you are being orally sedated.

IV Sedation

IV sedation, also known as twilight sedation, is commonly used for oral surgery. This type of sedation should only be administered by an anesthesiologist or nurse anesthesiologist who can also monitor patient vitals throughout.

We do not offer IV Sedation at NYC Smile Design.

Contact Us to Learn More

If you avoid the dentist due to fear of discomfort, we are here to help. Please call us at 212-452-3344 or visit our website to schedule a consultation today. Located in Manhattan, we welcome patients from all surrounding areas of NYC.

Topics:

Oral Health

Which Type of Sedation is Right for Me | NYC Smile Design | Manhattan

Our Sedation Dentistry Options

IV Sedation

Contact Us to Learn More

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