sedation dentistry

Sedation dentistry helps patients to feel more relaxed and less anxious, resulting in a more positive dental care experience with the ONE ENDO® team.

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Laughing gas, oral sedation & IV sedation

If you have dental anxiety or you’d like to feel more comfortable during your next appointment, the team at ONE ENDO® is here to help. We offer a wide variety of sedation options, from mild laughing gas sedation to moderate oral conscious sedation and even IV sedation so that you will be completely unconscious during your treatment. If you're unsure what option is right for you, we can schedule a consultation in Westchester, Norwalk, or Greenwich.

The Benefits Of Sedation In Endodontics

Sedation allows you to feel more calm, comfortable, and relaxed during treatment. Depending on the treatment you choose, you may even sleep through your entire procedure, or forget what happened during your appointment.

Sedation also allows your doctor to perform your procedure more quickly and effectively, since it relieves your anxiety and can also help with things like fear of needles and a strong gag reflex. If you're nervous about an upcoming endodontic appointment (root canal therapy), then sedation dentistry at ONE ENDO® is a great choice.

The Laughing Gas Sedation Process

To begin the process, the doctor will place a nose piece on you. Then, you’ll breathe in a mixture of oxygen and nitrous oxide, and you’ll start feeling its effects right away. Your dentist will conduct your endodontic procedure as you continue to breathe in through your nose. At the end of your treatment, oxygen will be sent through the mask, and you’ll breathe it in to flush out any remaining nitrous oxide. You’ll feel totally normal within about 5 minutes.

The Oral Conscious Sedation Process

You will either take your sedative the night before your appointment or an hour or two before your appointment. You will need someone to drive you to and from the dentist. Once the sedative takes effect, your procedure will begin. You will feel very drowsy and groggy. You may fall asleep or forget most of what happens during your procedure. However, you will not be unconscious, and you can be woken up and you can respond to commands. It will usually take at least 4-6 hours for the effects of your sedative to wear off.

THE IV CONSCIOUS SEDATION PROCESS

You will be hooked up to special monitoring equipment to ensure your safety. Then, individualized IV medications will be given to put you into a moderate sedative state. Once that's done, your endodontic procedure will begin. After your treatment is over, you will wake up special medications will be given to bring you back to complete consciousness.

Common concerns about sedation dentistry

If you're interested in sedation dentistry options, you likely have several questions. Here are some of the most common concerns our patients have about sedation during their dental appointment:

Sedation Side Effects: These depend on the type of sedation you get. Nitrous oxide wears off within about 5 minutes. After this, you can get back to your normal routine, but side effects like a headache, dizziness, and nausea can linger for a little while.

The side effects of oral sedation and IV sedation are much more intense and long-lasting. You cannot go back to your day-to-day routine, and must go home to rest and relax under the supervision of a responsible adult. You may experience nausea, dry mouth, a sore throat, confusion, grogginess, and dizziness. It’s best to avoid driving or operating heavy machinery for at least 24 hours.

Candidacy: This depends on your overall health, the procedure you need, and a few other factors. However, almost everyone can qualify for some type of sedation at ONE ENDO. Discuss your options with a dentist at our office, as well as your personal physician, and you can get the treatment you need to feel safe and comfortable during your appointment.

Insurance Coverage: Unfortunately, despite its numerous benefits, most dental plans have not added coverage for dental sedation. This means that you may need to pay out of pocket if you choose to be sedated during your appointment at ONE ENDO.


However, we do recommend consulting directly with your insurer and your policy documentation to learn more. Some insurers may cover part or all of the cost of dental sedation. In addition, some insurers will cover the cost of sedation for certain patients, like patients who have disabilities or medical conditions that will make dental care impossible without sedation.

Safety: Dental sedation is very safe. At ONE ENDO, our team has years of experience with sedation dentistry in all of our locations. We use our expertise and the latest techniques and sedation recommendations to ensure that the sedation process goes as smoothly as possible. Our team will keep a close eye on you and your vital signs both during and after your procedure.


In addition, our team will meet with you before your appointment to make sure you’re a good candidate for treatment. We will discuss your medical history, health conditions you have, medications and supplements you’re taking, and other such topics. While most people can be sedated safely, there are some exceptions, so this is an important step to make sure that you’ll be sedated safely.

Memory Gaps: This depends on the type of sedation you choose. Nitrous oxide (laughing gas) won’t have any effect on your memory. During your treatment, you will be fully conscious, able to respond to commands and questions, and able to remember the entire procedure, which some patients may prefer.


However, oral conscious sedation is a bit different. While it’s not guaranteed, most patients forget most of what happens during their appointment. Patients also may fall asleep during treatment with oral conscious sedation. If you would prefer not to remember your procedure, this method of sedation may be better for you.


With IV Sedation, you will not remember anything about your appointment. This type of sedation puts you in a moderate state of consciousness. However, your experience under IV sedation will feel as though you were completely unconscious. This is because IV sedation is much more complex and expensive compared to other types of sedation.

Pain Relief: Dental sedation does help reduce pain, discomfort, and feelings of fear and anxiety in patients. However, it’s always used in conjunction with a local anesthetic, such as Novocaine or a similar numbing medication.


Local anesthetic medications help block the pain messages that are sent by your nerves. By injecting this medication directly into certain areas of your mouth, your endodontist can prepare you for your procedure and ensure you feel absolutely no pain.


Dental sedation also can help reduce pain, but it’s still always combined with local numbing injections. Together, dental sedation and local anesthetic ensure that you will always have a comfortable experience at ONE ENDO.

enjoy a less stressful dental experience at ONE ENDO®

When you have dental anxiety or you're about to have dental treatment, sedation dentistry can help immensely in providing you with a smoother and less stressful experience. To discover which sedation dentistry option is right for you, schedule a consultation with the team at ONE ENDO®. We look forward to helping you restore the health of your smile!

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WHY choose ONE ENDO®

Patients opt for the ONE ENDO® Experience because we are able to offer:

Qualified and Experienced Endodontists
Licensed & Trained Endodontists
Modern Dental Technology
Cutting-Edge Dental Technology
Patient-Centered Care
Patient-Centric Service 
Emergency & Same-Day Care
Emergency & Same-Day Care
Financing Options Available
Financing Options Available
We Accept PPO Insurance
We Accept PPO Insurance
Three Convenient Locations
Three Convenient Locations
Friendly & Supportive Staff
Friendly & Supportive Staff

READ OUR REVIEWS

I am a total scaredy-cat when it comes to dentists. All my concerns and worries were taken care of by Dr. Chen. She was awesome. Her bedside manner was just the best and really made me feel at ease. Her workmanship was impeccable and I am 24 hrs past my root canal- pain free. Just can’t say enough about Dr. Chen.

Paul G.
Westchester Shore

Dr. Mastroianni and his team are fantastic! I went to their office in severe pain and they addressed it immediately.  The technology they used to find the route of the problem was like anything I have seen before. He was able to quickly find the issue and direct me to resolution. I would recommend 10/10!

Tiffany P.
Norwalk

I was referred to One Endo to detect and treat the source of severe tooth pain.  Dr. Mastroianni quickly determined the source of the pain, took the time to explain the problem and the options for treatment, and performed an emergency root canal immediately. I highly recommend One Endo - and in particular Dr. Mastroianni.

Elizabeth K.
Greenwich
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