Be sure someone can pick you up, drive you to the office and hold your arm as you walk into the office. You will be awake but very relaxed, you might be woozy and disoriented, so you cannot walk alone.

After your visit, you will find that you won't remember very much, even though you'll feel fine. You must be accompanied by a responsible adult who can also take you home and keep an eye on you for the next few hours. Even though you may think you feel okay,  you could lose your balance and slip and fall, so be sure to take it easy for the rest of the day.

 

Deep sedation or general anesthesia may be required for dental care treatment to be successfully provided.

When this is necessary, the dentist will employ a highly trained and certified dentist anesthesiologist, medical anesthesiologist, or, in some cases, nurse anesthetist, whose sole responsibility is to ensure your safety while the dental care is being done.

Dentists trained to administer general anesthesia have received a minimum of two years of specialized advanced training and have been certified.

Monitoring devices, some of which evaluate breathing, blood pressure and heart rate, will be employed to help ensure the safety of the procedure.

All aspects of your medical history, including any drugs you may be taking, should be disclosed to the dentist before any dental care.

Who Is a Candidate For Sleep Dentistry?

People who have...

 high fear
 traumatic dental experiences
 difficulty getting numb
 a bad gag reflex
 very sensitive teeth
 complex dental problems
 limited time to complete dental care

People who...

 hate needles and shots!
 hate the noises, smells, and tastes associated with dental care
 are afraid or embarassed about their teeth