Questions About Sedation Dentistry

Studio City, Burbank, North Hollywood

Is sedation dentistry safe?

Sedation dentistry is a very safe way to get the cosmetic dentistry and general dentistry treatments you need without the worry or stress you usually experience. The oral, IV and inhalation methods offered a Smiles By Sands are overseen by a highly-trained team of professionals who adhere to the principles of conservative dosing and low-risk protocol. If you’ve ever wondered what a dental visit might be like without anxiety, sedation dentistry could be your answer.

Will sedation dentistry eliminate anxiety for good?

Sedation dentistry uses medication to relax anxious patients and is not considered a “cure” for dental fear. However, at Smiles By Sands, many of our sedation dentistry patients will gradually move to treatment without sedation assistance based on their positive experiences. This is especially common for patients with mild to medium levels of anxiety.

What treatments can be performed under sedation?

Dr. Jamie Sands and Dr. Jason Sands can perform nearly all types of cosmetic dentistry and general dentistry treatments with the help of sedation techniques. Some patients may choose to utilize this resource during every visit, while others may prefer to take advantage of sedation on the more involved, longer appointments. Sedation can be used for:

What are the benefits of sedation dentistry?

At Smiles By Sands, we offer sedation dentistry to help fearful patients get the dental care they need. From short semi-annual checkups to fillings, crowns, tooth whitening, porcelain veneers, dental implants and more, sedation dentistry is an amazing tool that can keep anxious patients healthy. Schedule a cosmetic dentistry personal, one-on-one consultation with one of our experienced sedation dentists to learn more about the benefits.

Is sedation dentistry expensive?

Sedation dentistry is made affordable with the help of easy monthly payment plans and a variety of payment options. The great thing about sedation dentistry is that you can combine several types of treatments or procedures into one extended appointment to save time and money.

Don’t let anxiety keep you from getting crucial dental care and smile enhancing treatments. Trust your dental health to the Studio City team at Smiles By Sands and discover how simple and stress-free cosmetic dentistry can be. Please contact our dental team today for a free personal consultation.