Oral Sedation
We don’t take it personally – some people are just fearful of dental procedures, and we understand that. There are options available to calm your nerves and make dental appointments more comfortable.
At 21st Century Dental Centre, we offer oral sedation – which means we can give you medication to relieve your anxiety and minimize any discomfort during a dental visit. Oral sedation has always been used during oral surgeries but is now becoming a popular option to relieve anxiety during many other dental procedures.
It’s particularly useful for people with a fear of dental visits, people with a history of anxiety/panicking. It is also often preferred by people who would simply rather not be "aware" during a procedure.
You are allowed to go home following the procedure, but cannot drive for the rest of the day — and must be accompanied by a responsible adult. The medication wears off very quickly but could leave you feeling unsteady for the first few hours.
For more information about oral sedation, and to see if it’s right for you, contact 21st Century Dental today.
FAQs — Click Question to Reveal Answer
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Q: I Often Hear My Son Grinding His Teeth While He Sleeps. Does He Need a Bite Appliance?A: Bite appliances are not usually suggested for children with baby, or mixed dentitions, as they can restrict the growth of their jaw and the normal loss of their teeth.
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Q: Should My Daughter Come to the 21st Century Dental for Her First Dental Visit Before Her First Birthday?A: We usually recommend a child come into the 21st Century Dental for their first visit when they are old enough to sit in the chair and open their mouth without too much fuss — and that’s usually around their second birthday. If you’re not sure if your child should come in for a visit, just call or email our Surrey team.
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Q: I’m Scared Whenever I Go to the Dentist, and I Always Have Been. How Do I Prevent My Children from Being Afraid, Too?A: It’s very important that you try not to pass your fear of the dentist along to your children. Maintain light, relaxed conversations about dental visits. Keep all comments breezy and positive, and show your children that going to the dentist is a fun experience.
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Q: My Nine-month-old Baby Has Five Teeth. Do I Need to Brush Them?A: You should begin brushing your child’s teeth as soon as they have them. Contrary to popular belief, even babies can get cavities — it’s often referred to as “baby bottle rot.” Sugars from milk and juice settle on their teeth and can begin to cause decay. Since babies tend to suck on bottles slowly, we recommend that parents encourage their baby or toddler to finish a drink within 20 minutes. Then the parents should wipe their baby’s teeth and gums to clean them, using a soft infant toothbrush or a wet washcloth. Do not put your baby to bed with a bottle of milk or juice.