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Take the Stress Out of Dental Care with Sedation Dentistry
Need help managing dental anxiety and fear? You’re not alone. Millions worldwide rely on sedation dentistry for stress-free, painless dental treatments. Simarro Brothers Dental Care offers sedation dental services to patients in Antioch, California, and beyond. Dr. Nathan Simarro and our team answer your questions about dental sedation to help you decide if it’s a good choice.
What is sedation dentistry?
Sedation dentistry is a type of dentistry that uses medication to help people have tranquil, relaxing dental procedures. This medication can be administered before or during the treatment. Before the treatment, Dr. Simarro will explain the sedation options and guide you to the one best suited to your dental needs.
What forms of sedation are there?
There are three types of sedation: nitrous oxide (laughing gas), oral conscious sedation, and IV sedation. Nitrous oxide, a mild form of sedation, is administered in gas form during the treatment. You’ll breathe in the gas from a mask placed over your nose. The gas makes you “giddy,” which helps eliminate stress and fear. Oral sedation is a moderate sedative taken as a pill an hour before your procedure. The pill induces drowsiness, but most people do not fall asleep. IV sedation is given intravenously and reserved mainly for oral surgery. It puts you in a ‘twilight state’ between wakefulness and sleep, ensuring you are fully relaxed for the procedure.
Will I feel pain during a sedation dental treatment?
Dental sedation not only helps you relax but also minimizes pain to keep you comfortable during your treatment. For invasive procedures, we will also provide local anesthesia to ensure your treatment is pain-free.
How safe is dental sedation?
With an experienced sedation dentist like Dr. Simarro, you can expect a safe and relaxing sedation dental treatment. Our dental team will be on hand to monitor every step of your procedure to its safe and successful conclusion.
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Are there side effects to dental sedation?
Not everyone experiences side effects from dental sedation, but dental sedatives have been known to cause temporary bouts of drowsiness, nausea, and dizziness. Some people have no recollection of their treatment.
How long do the effects of dental sedation last?
The effects of nitrous oxide wear off fairly quickly after you stop inhaling the gas. You’ll be able to drive home after your procedure. The impact of oral and IV sedation tends to last longer. You’ll need someone to take you home as you may feel sleepy for hours following your treatment.
Who can benefit from sedation dentistry?
People who experience dental anxiety, gag easily, have a hard time sitting still, or have a physical disability can benefit from the calming effects of sedation dentistry. We will review your medical history and discuss the medications you’re taking before scheduling sedation to ensure it’s safe for you.
Who offers oral sedation dentistry near me?
For anxiety-free sedation dentistry in Antioch, CA, you can contact Dr. Nathan Simarro from Simarro Brothers Dental Care at (925) 723-9090.
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Ryan Simarro, DMD
Dr. Ryan Simarro was raised in Antioch, California. After graduating from Deer Valley High School, he attended the University of California Santa Barbara, where he earned a degree in cell and developmental biology. Following his graduation, Dr. Simarro attended dental school at Western University of Health Science in Pomona, California, graduating with his DMD as part of the inaugural class. He immediately began practicing dentistry in his hometown of Antioch, partnering with Dr. Mark Miller.
Dr. Simarro is a member of the California Dental Association, the American Dental Association®, the Contra Costa Dental Society and the Seattle Study Club®.
Nathan J. Simarro, DDS
With a B.S. in zoology from the University of California Santa Barbara, Dr. Nathan Simarro studied Spanish language and culture at the Universidad de Alcala de Henares in Madrid, Spain. He received his DDS and completed additional training in Implant Dentistry at the USC School of Dentistry and has worked in the dental field since 2005.
A member of the California Dental Association, ADA, and Contra Costa County Dental Society, he has experience in endodontics, implant dentistry and treating pediatric patients. A recipient of the 2014 USC Mobile Clinic Award and J.A. Slaughter Memorial Scholarship Award, he remains active in international outreach programs with underserved communities around the world.