Dentist - Santa Maria
2503 Professional Parkway
Santa Maria, CA 93455
805-934-4500
Fax 805-934-5263
Sedation Dentistry
Relieve Fears Through Sedation Dentistry with Dr. Ikeda
Dr. Clyde S Ikeda in Santa Maria offers stress-free dentistry through a range of sedation options. You'll know that the dental work was done, but have little memory of how it happened.
No more cold feet and backing out of dentist appointments because you're afraid of the pain. Sedation dentistry at Santa Maria Dental Care is the help you need to relax so that important tooth repair can be completed without worry.
You will be amazed at how much dental work can be accomplished while you are sedated. We can restore years of neglect in just one or two visits. We can replace broken crowns, fix bridges, repair chipped teeth, heal painful gums, whiten discolored teeth and more. It will go so quickly, even the busiest schedule can accommodate the work you need done.
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- Candidates For Sedation Dentistry
- Questions About Sedation Dentistry
- Sedation Dentistry Facts
- Sedation Dentistry Info
Candidates for Sedation Dentistry
People who have...
- high fear
- traumatic dental experiences
- difficulty getting numb
- a bad gag reflex
- very sensitive teeth
- complex dental problems
- limited time to complete dental care
People who...
- hate needles and shots
- hate the noises, smells and tastes associated with dental care
- are afraid or embarrassed about their teeth
Questions About Sedation Dentistry
Will I feel any pain?
Most patients feel no discomfort whatsoever during their treatment and feel surprisingly good afterwards.
Will I be unconscious?
No, you will be in a deeply relaxed state, and you will be responsive.
Will I be monitored?
Yes, one of our team is always with you and your vital signs are monitored during the entire visit. You are never alone.
How long will I be relaxing?
Depending on your needs, from two to six hours.
Will someone need to accompany me?
Yes, due to the sedative effects of the medication, you will need someone to drive you to our office and home again.
Sedation Dentistry Facts
It Really Works! You really can relax through your dental appointment.
It Is Safe! You take a small pill prior to treatment, no intravenous tubes or needles.
You will have little or no memory of the experience. You won't remember any sounds or smells.
You can relax for up to five to six hours after taking the pill. The time you are relaxing will vary depending on your needed treatment.
Complex dental treatments, that often require six to eight appointments, can be done in as little as one! All while you relax.
People who have difficulty getting numb will find that sedation dentistry eliminates this problem.
Sedation dentistry is a safe way to reduce the fatigue of extended dental treatment requiring long visits.
Sedation Dentistry Info
You are given a small pill to take an hour prior to your dental appointment. Your companion will accompany you to the office. By the time you arrive you will be very drowsy.
When you arrive in our office, you will be escorted into the comfort room, covered with a thick, warm blanket and placed on a monitor to watch your vital signs. After you are comfortable the experienced clinical team at Santa Maria Dental Care will take care of your dental needs.
When your treatment is completed your companion will return you home to finish your comfortable, relaxing day.