Oral sedation is commonly suggested to patients who are uneasy about the prospect of having a dental procedure. In severe cases the level of anxiety that can occur may be so intense that the person experiencing it will simply put off seeing a dentist until they can no longer cope with the pain. By this time the problem will have advanced to a stage that will require a more invasive treatment. Oral sedation can prevent this from happening.

If you express an interest to your dentist he will talk to you about how the various sedatives are administered, any possible side effects and if there will be any downtime involved. He will take a medical history to prevent possible problems with drug interaction and answer any questions that you may have. Once you have decided together on which oral sedative is right for you your dentist will go over pre-treatment instructions and what you can expect in terms of recovery.

Never feel hesitant to ask about the possibility of oral sedation. Dentists prescribe it every day to patients who need a little help to be able to maintain their dental health. If an oral sedative can do that for so many other people it can also be the solution for you.

Rippe Dental Associates is dedicated to providing the best in professional treatment and personal attention to every patient that comes in. Call 303-779-9876 in Centennial, CO. to arrange for a consultation.