Keeping You Comfortable During Dental Implant Surgery
If you’re planning to have dental implants , you may be wondering: How will I feel during surgery? Fortunately, there are many ways to keep you comfortable before, during and after dental implant surgery. The key is expertise and careful planning, which are fundamental to every procedure. Advances in the field of sedation dentistry mean that you can relax, knowing you will receive special care to ease any potential discomfort. This approach uses medication to put you at ease during your procedure. WHAT KINDS OF SEDATION ARE USED FOR DENTAL IMPLANTS? Depending on your oral surgeon’s evaluation and your personal preferences, you will be offered one of several levels of sedation. Inhaled minimal sedation . With this form of sedation you will breathe nitrous oxide, which is often called “laughing gas,” combined with oxygen. The mixture is administered through a mask and it helps you relax. Your surgeon can control the amount of sedation ...