{"id":840,"date":"2018-05-28T18:03:41","date_gmt":"2018-05-28T18:03:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lehighvalleydentalhealth.com\/blog\/?p=840"},"modified":"2018-06-18T18:07:00","modified_gmt":"2018-06-18T18:07:00","slug":"lehigh-valley-dentist-4","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lehighvalleydentalhealth.com\/blog\/lehigh-valley-dentist-4\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Lehigh Valley Dentist will Help You Relax with Sedation Dentistry"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-841\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lehighvalleydentalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/dentist-2-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"woman happy at dentist\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lehighvalleydentalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/dentist-2-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.lehighvalleydentalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/dentist-2-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.lehighvalleydentalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/dentist-2-1024x683.jpeg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>You know that you are supposed to visit your Lehigh Valley dentist twice a year for preventive care; however, you are not comfortable scheduling an appointment. If you are like 15% of Americans, you suffer from dental-related fears and phobias. As a result, a simple cleaning and checkup can be too much for you to handle. As a result, you join more than one-third of Americans who did not see their dentist last year. To help conquer your fear and to keep your oral health a priority, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lehighvalleydentalhealth.com\/sedation-dentistry.html\">sedation dentistry<\/a> can help.<br \/>\n<!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>How Can Sedation Dentistry Help Me?<\/h2>\n<p>Now, many people are turning to a sedation dentist to help them relax. With the use of a sedative, you can sit back comfortably during your appointment without a worry in mind. Sedation is beneficial for many patients who have special requirements, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Dental Fears and Phobias:<\/strong> Sedation allows you to reach a high level of relaxation to let your fears and anxieties fade away. You can sit back and relax during your appointments to get the care you need.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Strong Gag Reflex:<\/strong> If you have a strong gag reflex of difficulty keeping your jaw open, sedation dentistry can help to make the visit more comfortable.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Difficulty Laying in One Position:<\/strong> If you have a health condition that makes it difficult to stay in one position, sedation will help you relax during your appointment.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pain-Free Procedures:<\/strong> If you need multiple or invasive procedures, sedation will help to ensure a pain-free visit. Your dentist can quickly perform the treatments you need without causing you unnecessary pain.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Which Type of Sedation is Right for Me?<\/h2>\n<p>Depending on your individual needs, you have a couple of different options. Your dentist will help to determine which type of sedation will best meet your needs.<\/p>\n<h3>Oral Sedation<\/h3>\n<p>Oral sedation is a prescribed medication that is taken prior to your dental appointment. As it takes effect, you will reach a high level of relaxation. In fact, you may even fall asleep; however, you will remain conscious to respond to the dentist\u2019s verbal ques. After your procedure, the effects will wear off quickly without any lingering side effects.<\/p>\n<h3>IV Sedation<\/h3>\n<p>If you need an invasive procedure, IV sedation may be recommended. The sedative is delivered intravenously, which also provides the dentist with a greater ability to control the amount that is delivered. You will drift off into a rest full sleep and will be easily awakened after your treatment.<\/p>\n<h2>Sit Back and Relax<\/h2>\n<p>If you have been putting your dental care on hold, you can get the treatment you need with sedation dentistry. Sit back and relax with your sedation dentist today!<\/p>\n<p><strong>About Dr. S. John Salivonchik<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lehighvalleydentalhealth.com\/meet-dr-john-salivonchik.html\">Dr. S. John Salivonchik<\/a> strives to provide his patients with superior dental care while keeping their comfort in mind. He offers multiple options for sedation dentistry to provide a stress-free and pain-free office visit. If you need help relaxing during your appointment, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lehighvalleydentalhealth.com\/contact-us.html\">contact our office today<\/a> to see if sedation dentistry is right for you.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You know that you are supposed to visit your Lehigh Valley dentist twice a year for preventive care; however, you are not comfortable scheduling an appointment. If you are like 15% of Americans, you suffer from dental-related fears and phobias. 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