{"id":179,"date":"2016-08-30T11:10:16","date_gmt":"2016-08-30T11:10:16","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.washingtondentalnj.com\/?p=179"},"modified":"2016-08-30T11:10:16","modified_gmt":"2016-08-30T11:10:16","slug":"your-dentist-in-tappan-says-you-can-relax-in-the-dental-chair","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.washingtondentalnj.com\/blog\/2016\/08\/30\/your-dentist-in-tappan-says-you-can-relax-in-the-dental-chair\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Dentist in Tappan Says You Can Relax In the Dental Chair"},"content":{"rendered":"\"dentist<\/a>If the thought of visiting the dentist makes you more than a little nervous, you\u2019re not alone. There\u2019s no shortage of tips for <\/span>overcoming anxiety<\/span><\/a> online, and when it comes to dental anxiety, we\u2019ve got another one to add to the list. It\u2019s sedation dentistry provided by <\/span>your dentist<\/span><\/a> in Tappan. Learn more about how we can help you overcome your dental fear today!<\/span>\n\n\n

Why Dental Fears Form (And Persist)<\/span><\/h3>\nIt\u2019s one of the most common fears. Unfortunately, the dental phobia causes too many adults to forgo the preventive care that teeth and gums require — and that\u2019s bad news for oral health. But what causes dental fear and anxiety to form in the first place? And why do they persist well into adulthood? Many people are dealing with a fear of the dentist due to a bad past experience — perhaps a tooth that didn\u2019t get completely numb during a routine filling in childhood. Even just one negative association with the dentist can have a lifelong impact on the way a person feels about dental care.<\/span>\n\nFor other adults, it\u2019s not necessary a fear of the dentist as it is a reluctance to cede control. Many people feel uncomfortably vulnerable lying back in the dental chair with their mouths open. Your hygienists and dentist can help make things more comfortable for you by sitting down beside you to speak, and by giving you plenty of time to discuss your oral health before beginning treatment.<\/span>\n

Other Factors Influencing Dental Care<\/span><\/h3>\nOf course, it\u2019s not only dental fear and anxiety that prevent people from receiving the care they need. People dealing with mental or physical disabilities may also have difficulty sitting in the dental chair for long periods of time. Some patients become defensive and refuse to receive the care they desperately need. No matter what\u2019s inhibiting a person\u2019s ability to receive dental care, sedation dentistry provides a much-needed solution. <\/span>\n

How Sedation Dentistry Works<\/span><\/h3>\nAt Washington Dental Associates and Smile More Dentistry, our on-site anesthesiologist, Dr. Mendia, provides intravenous (IV) sedation. It\u2019s a type of conscious sedation throughout which you remain awake, but pleasantly removed from what\u2019s going on around you. No longer bothered by the sights, smells, and sounds of the dental office, patients glide through treatments. General anesthesia is also available as necessary, but this method is usually reserved for the most complex treatments. <\/span>\n\nAfter your treatment is over, you will be escorted to our comfortable recovery room while the effects of sedation wear off. You should plan for someone to drive you home from your appointment, as you will be a little groggy for the rest of the day. You won\u2019t remember anything from your treatment — something people dealing with dental phobias agree is a big benefit. <\/span>\n

You Can Benefit From Relaxing Dentistry<\/span><\/h3>\nIf you are dealing with mental or physical barriers to good dental care, it\u2019s time for you to seek a solution. Your sedation dentist in Tappan has the answer! Contact us to discuss your care or to <\/span>schedule an appointment<\/span><\/a> in Bergenfield or Tappan today.<\/span>\n