What is Dentistry Asleep?  Dentistry asleep or Deep Sedation Dentistry involves an anesthesiologist (Or in some cases a trained, qualified & licensed dentist) putting the patient to sleep before any dental work begins.

The more popular and common approach is Mild Sedation Dentistry whereas you remain awake with a mild sedation designed to make you more comfortable.  This type of dentistry is known as Conscious Sedation Dentistry.  This is an excellent alternative to full sedation dentistry with cost benefits and the ability to be partially awake during your operation and yet reduce most dental suffering.

What are the advantages of sedation dentistry?  Simply put no or little pain during the procedure and reduced fear during the operation.  In many cases the work of five separate medical appointments can be performed during one dental sedation session. More often then not, you will feel like you have slept through your dental appointment.

What are the negatives?  The principle negative is cost because an anesthesiology team may be required for this operation.  There is also a slight increase risk involved because of the sedation.

What is required to start sedition dentistry?  The dentist will need your complete medical records to determine if you are a possible candidate.  A further medical examination is usually required as well as a preliminary dental inspection.  If you are medically able to undergo sedation dentistry, you may be required to take a strong sedation prior to you’re arrival. Naturally, you will have to be driven to and from your dental appointment and you should not operate a car within that 12 to 24 hour period

Is this form of dentistry for you?  It depends, does dentistry make you nervous?  Does dentistry cause pain?  Are you prepared to pay for comfort?