Oral Sedation in Cleveland, OH

As a premier practice, appointments at MINT dentistry are a dental experience unlike any other — we proudly offer safe and effective solutions to help manage your dental anxieties so that you can receive the dental care you need. The board-certified team of professionals at MINT dentistry in Cleveland, OH recommends oral-conscious sedation for cleanings and advanced procedures to ensure your appointment is less stressful. Oral-conscious sedation uses a prescribed medication before your appointment. This method will keep you awake and capable of following directions while still feeling at ease. To get more information on sedation dentistry or to find out if you're a candidate, contact us in Cleveland, OH to schedule a consultation.

If you have mild to moderate dental anxieties and fears, oral-conscious sedation may be an ideal option for you. Before you are prescribed an oral-conscious medication, our Cleveland, OH MINT dentistry team will perform a thorough consultation to ensure you're a good candidate. Your dentist will review your medical history, current medications, and any other issues to ensure oral-conscious sedation is safe for you and that the appropriate type and dose of medication is prescribed. Oral-conscious sedation may not be performed if you have breathing or heart problems, you are (or may be) pregnant, or you are allergic to the medication.

There are many different types of oral-conscious sedation medications that your MINT dentist could prescribe. The type of medication prescribed will depend on your level of anxiety, your overall health, the procedure you are getting, and how long your appointment will last. Your sedation medication will be prescribed during your consultation and you should have it filled before your appointment. Since you will need to take the medication before you get to our office, you need to have someone drive you to your appointment. If you are under light sedation, you will remain relaxed but alert. If you are under moderate sedation, you will still be awake, but you may think you were asleep because you may not remember what happened. You might fall asleep, but you will be easy to wake up. We will go to great lengths to ensure you are safe and comfortable during your visit.

How you recover from oral-conscious sedation will depend on the type of medication you were prescribed. You will need to have a friend or family member drive you home from our office and stay with you for a few hours while the medication wears off. Your team will speak with you about potential side effects from your oral-conscious sedation medication. The most common side effects are temporary headaches, dizziness, vomiting, or nausea. The risk of vomiting and nausea can be improved by having a light meal before taking the medication and eating a snack when you get home. If you are concerned about side effects, please don’t hesitate to contact MINT dentistry in Cleveland, OH for further information.

If you plan on using dental insurance, our team will contact your insurance company to determine your coverage for oral-conscious sedation. Then we can better calculate your remaining bill. For patients who don't have insurance, your team will explain which methods of payment are accepted by our practice and we can give you information on medical financing for both sedation methods and your dental care. If you cannot afford the dental care you need or want, ask our Cleveland, OH team for more information on the MINT Discount Plan.

Oral-conscious sedation can help you manage your dental anxieties so you no longer have to avoid getting necessary dental care. Request a consultation with one of our skilled, board-certified dental professionals to learn more about sedation dentistry techniques, like oral-conscious medication that can help keep you relaxed and comfortable during dental procedures. Our dentists will work with you to find your best options to make your appointment at MINT dentistry in Cleveland, OH comfortable.