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  • Meet Us
    • Meet Dr. Mitchel S. Godat
    • Meet Dr. Grant King
    • Meet Our Team
    • Meet Our Partners Emeritus
    • Office Tour
    • Patient Testimonials
    • Read Our Blog
  • New Patients
    • FAQs
    • Registration Forms
    • Your First Visit
    • Existing Patient Information
    • Treatment Examples
  • Periodontal Treatment
    • Bite Therapy
    • Gingivectomy
    • Laser Periodontal Treatment (LANAP)
    • Scaling and Root Planing
    • Oral Pathology
    • Oral Hygiene
    • Osseous Surgery
    • Periodontal Risk Factors
    • Periodontal Disease
    • Sedation Dentistry
  • Dental Implants
    • Are You A Candidate For Dental Implants?
    • Bone Grafting
    • Bone Preservation & Regeneration
    • Denture Solutions with Implants
    • Teeth-In-A-Day
    • Tooth Extraction
    • Sedation Dentistry
    • All-On-4 Dental Implants
    • Cost of Dental Implants
    • Zirconia Dental Implants
    • Top Questions to Ask an Implant Dentist
  • Cosmetics
    • Biopsy
    • Crown Lengthening
    • Frenectomy
    • Gum Graft
    • Lightening of Dark Gums
    • Pinhole Surgical Technique
    • Orthodontic Uncoveries
    • Soft Tissue Ridge Augmentation
    • Wilckodontics
    • Temporary Anchorage Devices
    • Sedation Dentistry
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Sedation Dentistry

There is no need to avoid necessary dental and periodontal work because you feel anxious. We can offer sedation options so you can experience calm and comfortable visits to our office.

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Every year, thousands of patients avoid necessary dental and periodontal work because they are anxious about dental offices and/or dental procedures. At Periodontal Associates of Memphis, our goal is to put each patient at ease and provide them with the assistance they need to get through their visit and feel positive about their treatment experience.

What is Sedation Dentistry?

Sedation dentistry comes in three forms.

  • Nitrous Oxide. Also known as “laughing gas”, this is one of the most common sedatives used for periodontal procedures. Mixed with oxygen and breathed in through a small nose mask, this option puts you completely in control – breathe through your nose for more sedation, or through your mouth for less. Nitrous oxide takes effect quickly, makes you feel relaxed and unafraid, and once the procedure is done it only takes a few minutes for the effects to wear off completely.
  • Oral Sedation. This option consists of a pill or liquid taken by mouth, and helps you feel even more relaxed. You may arrive a little early for your appointment to be administered your medication, and allowed to relax in comfort in the waiting area until it takes effect. Once you are relaxed and anxiety free, your procedure can be easily performed. You’ll need someone to drive you home after periodontal treatment under oral sedation.
  • IV Sedation. Also known as “conscious sedation” or “twilight sedation”, this option allows a small amount of sedative to be administered intravenously. Most patients who opt for IV sedations report feeling like they are in a twilight state – aware of and able to respond verbally to the dentist, but completely free of fear and able to manage even lengthy procedures. You will need a ride home from the periodontal office after IV sedation.

Proper Training In Sedation Is Vital

Your Memphis periodontist should complete hospital-based training to offer sedation dentistry, including two to three additional years of education beyond dental school. Dr. Godat and Dr. King are licensed by the Board of Dentistry to administer sedation, and attend additional specialized training every year to stay updated on new innovations in sedation. Several of our periodontal assistants have also had training in assistant’s anesthesia (sedation) from The American Dental Society of Anesthesiology (ADSA).

If you feel that your periodontal visit would benefit from the option of sedation, please let us know when you schedule your appointment. We’ll help you choose the appropriate type of sedation to keep you comfortable and anxiety free during your visit. Contact us to schedule an appointment today!

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