Different dentists may use varying medications, but these are a few common sedation methods:

• Nitrous oxide, also known as laughing gas, is a form of minimal sedation that the patient breathes in. The gas helps them to relax, and its effects wear off quickly.
• Oral sedation is usually achieved by having a patient take a pill before their procedure. Its effects range from minimal to moderate based on dosage. Oral sedation makes the patient groggy and sometimes causes them to fall lightly asleep.
• IV sedation administers medication through your veins, which makes it work much faster. IV sedation is typically moderate to deep, depending on the dosage.

Anesthesia can be administered in several ways, but it will cause the patient to fall deeply asleep during the procedure.
Patients should be aware of which medications are used in the type of sedation they select. If you have questions or concerns, we are happy to discuss your options with you in more detail. We want you to have the best experience possible at Oak Mountain Dental. If you experience dental anxiety, consider sedation to make your procedure smooth and worry-free!