Some people, even adults,
fear going to the dentist which prevents them from getting the proper
dental care they need. This anxiety results to toothache, teeth loss
and bad breath or halitosis. In extreme cases, complications like
heart diseases, diabetes and stroke set in. Fortunately, there are
different methods and treatments available to reduce pain and fear
when on a dentist's chair.
Oral Sedation
This is the use of a
prescription medications to give you a good sleep, and a mild
sedative before your appointment so you'll come in the dental office,
relaxed and ready for your treatment. Another dose is given in the
office to completely give you a good experience and leave you with no
memory of it. This benefits those who have dental phobia, have
treatments that will take longer than usual, and who have gag reflex.
Nitrous Oxide
Laughing gas is given
alone or with sedation to create a pleasant feeling and prevent the
patient from being antsy. After five minutes of inhalation, he'll
feel cold and experience no pain.
Research findings from
the Sahlgrenska Academy University of Gothenburg in Sweden show that
the common coping practices that could help people get through their
dental appointments are creating distraction, distancing themselves
mentally from the procedure, prayer, and optimism. These methods and
treatments can help anyone get through his dental
treatment but taking care of one's teeth is still the best
solution.
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