Sedation Dentistry

Sedation Dentistry Services in the Schenectady, NY Area

Does going to the dentist always cause you to worry? You’re not alone. In fact, over 30 million people have anxiety and fear of going to the dentist. Because of this fear, many avoid the dentist altogether, which can lead to high risk of gum disease, tooth loss, and other medical issues down the road. If anyone has insecurities when it comes to the dentist, just let us know when making your appointment. We will explain what sedation dentistry is all about and how it can help you. 

Put simply, sedation dentistry is a way of managing dental anxiety and/or discomfort through the use of medication. It’s often used for patients who have a fear of seeing the dentist. Sedation dentistry can also be helpful for patients who are about to have long or uncomfortable procedures, regardless of their level of dental anxiety.

Don’t let your fear of going to the dentist stop you from getting a healthy beautiful smile, and contact us today to learn more about our sedation dentistry services in the Schenectady, NY area.

Serving Schenectady, NY & the Entire Capital Region

We at Glenville Smiles understand that many of our patients aren’t exactly crazy about the idea of seeing the dentist. That’s why we have several sedation dentistry options to help you feel more comfortable during your appointment: 

• Benzodiazepines such as diazepam (Valium) and triazolam (Halcion) can be prescribed. Typically, one pill is taken prior to your appointment to help you stay calm. 

• Nitrous oxide can also be inhaled prior to the appointment, and the result is the same. 

No matter which medication you choose, there’s little need to worry about taking too much. Our staff will closely monitor you throughout the appointment to make sure you’re comfortable and content. 

If an appointment with the dentist makes you nervous, we are here to help you. Our friendly staff complements our sedation dentistry methods extremely well to give our patients the very best experience possible.

Call us to schedule your free consultation today!