Looking for sedation dentistry in Maple Ridge? Maple Ridge Smiles Dental offers conscious oral sedation to support patient comfort during dental care.
For our patients who experience dental anxiety or discomfort during dental procedures, sedation dentistry may help make dental visits more comfortable. At Maple Ridge Smiles Dental, we offer conscious oral sedation to support relaxation during treatment, while maintaining a focus on safety, communication, and personalized care.
What Is Conscious Oral Sedation?
Conscious oral sedation involves the use of prescribed oral medication to help patients feel calm and relaxed during dental procedures. Patients remain awake and able to respond to verbal cues throughout treatment, but often feel less anxious and more at ease.
The level of sedation is carefully planned and monitored during your visit to support a comfortable and controlled experience.
How Oral Sedation May Help
Conscious oral sedation may be recommended for patients who:
- Experience dental anxiety or fear
- Have difficulty relaxing during dental treatment
- Feel sensitive to dental procedures
- Require longer or more complex dental care
Oral conscious sedation can help patients tolerate treatment more comfortably, but it does not replace local anaesthesia, which is still used to manage pain during procedures.
Safety, Suitability & Assessment
Not all patients are suitable candidates for oral sedation. Before recommending sedation, your dentist will:
- Review your medical history
- Discuss current medications
- Assess your overall health and treatment needs
Each sedation plan is individualized to help ensure patient safety, comfort, and appropriate clinical care.
What to Expect With Sedation Dentistry
If oral sedation is recommended for your treatment:
- Instructions will be provided prior to your appointment
- You may feel relaxed or drowsy during treatment
- You will need a responsible adult to accompany you to and from your appointment
Our dental team will review all instructions and answer any questions ahead of time so you feel prepared and informed.
Schedule Your Sedation Dentistry Consultation
If dental anxiety has kept you from seeking care, sedation dentistry may be an option worth exploring. Our team at Maple Ridge Smiles Dental is happy to explain available sedation options, review safety considerations, and help determine whether conscious oral sedation is appropriate for your needs.
Contact our Maple Ridge dental office today to schedule your consultation.
