Have Questions About Dental Sedation?

sedationdentistrySmallHave you been putting off dental treatment because of anxiety? Does the thought of periodontal or implant surgery make you want to run for the hills? Well you are not alone. For many people, even the thought of dental treatment provokes feelings of strong anxiety and fear.

Modern dental practices no longer employ the dreaded “pain is gain” motto, and sedation for dental procedures has become a very popular way of managing the stress and anxiety that can be brought on by dental treatment. At GRAFT Periodontics, Dr.Joslin offers a wide range of sedation types which are tailored to each patient’s individual needs. IV conscious sedation “twilight anaesthesia” is the most commonly used sedation technique at GRAFT. This type of sedation is immediate, effective, adjustable throughout the procedure, and is relatively quick to recover from once the procedure is over. Patients report a high level of satisfaction with IV conscious sedation, and are able to receive dental care in a safe and less stressful environment.
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