Dental Fear (Dentophobia) Becomes History: Painless and Comfortable Treatment with Sedation
The dentist chair doesn't have to be your nightmare anymore. A painless, anxiety-free, and completely comfortable treatment experience is possible with evolving sedation technology.
Are you one of those who say "I'd rather suffer that pain than go to the dentist"? You are not alone. According to research, a large part of society constantly postpones their treatment due to dentophobia (fear of dentist). Unfortunately, this postponement leads to the loss of teeth that could be saved with a simple filling and much more complex, costly treatments in the future.
What if I told you that you would fall into a sweet sleep while sitting in the dentist's chair, and when you wake up, all difficult procedures from implants to root canal treatment would be finished? Moreover, you will not remember any sound, smell, or pain during the procedure. Thanks to Sedation offered by modern medicine, this is no longer a dream.
What is Sedation? Deep Sleep, Great Comfort
Sedation is the state of inducing deep relaxation, ease, and sleep (being sedated) in the patient with special drugs administered intravenously by anesthesiologists. This method, also known as "sleep dentistry" among the public, allows the patient to disconnect from the outside world without completely closing their consciousness, while maintaining their reflexes (such as swallowing, breathing).
What is the Difference Between Sedation and General Anesthesia?
Our patients mostly confuse these two concepts. Knowing the difference will put your mind at ease:
- Respiration: In general anesthesia (full narcosis), the patient is connected to a machine and the device controls respiration. In sedation, the patient continues to breathe on their own.
- Waking Up Process: Waking up from general anesthesia can take longer and sometimes cause nausea. In sedation, shortly after the procedure is over, the patient wakes up as if they have had their sleep, in a fresh way.
- Risk Factor: Sedation is a much lighter method with minimized risks compared to general anesthesia.
Who is Sedation Suitable For?
Sedation application is ideal not only for those who are afraid but for everyone seeking comfort. It is life-saving especially in the following situations:
- Those with Extreme Dental Fear (Dentophobia): Those who experience fear of needles or chair phobia.
- Those with Nausea and Gag Reflex: For patients whose stomach turns when instruments touch their mouth, sedation is the most effective solution that suppresses the reflex.
- Long-lasting Procedures: Those who want to finish procedures that will take hours, such as multiple implants at the same time, impacted tooth extraction, or full mouth restorations like All-on-4, in a single session.
- Individuals with Special Needs and Children: It provides a safe environment for patients who have difficulty standing still during treatment.
Safety Protocols at Master Smile Studio
At our clinic in Antalya, sedation procedures are performed in fully equipped surgical rooms under the supervision of specialist anesthesiologists. Throughout the procedure:
- Heart rate (ECG),
- Blood pressure,
- Blood oxygen level (Saturation) are monitored instantly. Your safety is our top priority.
What to Expect After Treatment?
When the procedure is over, the medication is stopped and you wake up within minutes.
- Feeling of Tiredness: It is normal to feel slightly sleepy or groggy.
- Recall: Since you will not remember anything about the moment of the procedure, you will feel very relaxed psychologically.
- Companion: Since your reflexes will slow down after sedation, we recommend that you do not drive that day and have a companion with you.
Advantage of Dental Treatment under Sedation in Antalya
For our international patients, sedation is the most efficient way to use time. We can complete procedures that would normally take 4-5 sessions in a single long session thanks to the comfort of sedation. This way, you can devote more time to your holiday.
Master Smile Studio is always with you to say goodbye to your aching teeth and achieve the smile of your dreams without fear.
