Oral sedation is an excellent option Dr. David Gustafson, Dr. Jeffery K. Rupp and our associates offer to help your child feel comfortable and relaxed during their dental visits. We know that going to the dentist can be a source of anxiety for many children, and our goal is to make each visit as stress-free as possible. Oral sedation is a safe and effective way to achieve this.
Oral sedation involves giving your child a prescribed medication in either liquid or pill form before their appointment. This form of sedation is easy to administer and does not require any special equipment. As a conscious sedation method, it allows your child to stay awake and aware during the procedure yet still feel calm and at ease. This ensures they can still communicate with our dental team while experiencing significantly reduced anxiety and discomfort.
Here are some key benefits of oral sedation:
- Ease of Use: Administering oral sedation is simple and noninvasive, which helps in making the process smooth for both you and your child.
- Increased Comfort: The sedative effect helps alleviate anxiety and discomfort, ensuring a more pleasant dental experience for your child
- Reduced Memory of the Procedure: Often, children do not remember much about the treatment afterward, which can be beneficial in reducing future dental anxiety.
- Cost-Effective: Oral sedation is generally more affordable than other sedation methods, making it an accessible option for many families.
If we determine that oral sedation is suitable for your child, our dentist will prescribe the appropriate medication and provide detailed instructions on when and how to give it to your child before the appointment. It is important to follow these instructions carefully to ensure the medication is effective.
When you arrive at our office, your child will be awake but extremely relaxed. They may feel drowsy, and it is common for them not to remember much about the procedure afterward. This relaxed state allows our dental team to perform necessary treatments efficiently and comfortably for your child.
To learn more about how oral sedation in Cottonwood Heights, Utah, can help your child have a more comfortable dental visit, please contact Salt Lake Pediatric Dentistry at 385-378-5790 today and make an appointment with our pediatric dentists. We are committed to providing a positive and supportive dental experience for your child, ensuring their oral health is maintained in a caring and professional environment.