{"id":23,"date":"2020-03-24T20:49:34","date_gmt":"2020-03-24T20:49:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lifetimedentalga.com\/blog\/?p=23"},"modified":"2026-08-13T16:39:30","modified_gmt":"2026-08-13T16:39:30","slug":"sedation-dentist-gainesville","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lifetimedentalga.com\/blog\/sedation-dentist-gainesville\/","title":{"rendered":"No Need to Worry About the Dentist with Oral Sedation!"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lifetimedentalga.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/AdobeStock_194279906__1535564710_77031-300x200-1.jpg\" alt=\"Woman relaxing in dental chair with sedation in Gainesville\" class=\"wp-image-24\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lifetimedentalga.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/AdobeStock_194279906__1535564710_77031-300x200-1.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lifetimedentalga.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/AdobeStock_194279906__1535564710_77031-768x512-1.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lifetimedentalga.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/AdobeStock_194279906__1535564710_77031.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\"><\/figure><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Are you anxious or fearful of the dentist? This is a\nsignificant problem that affects millions of Americans, but it becomes serious\nwhen it prevents you from getting the dental treatment you need. Unlike other\nmedical conditions that can get better with time, dental issues will only grow\nworse. So, in many cases, patients are putting their health at risk by not\nseeing their dentist due to anxiety. Thankfully, your sedation dentist in\nGainesville has an easy way to help their patients overcome fear and stay\nhealthy. Keep reading to learn more!<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Oral Sedation: What You Need to Know Before<\/h2><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before you&rsquo;re given oral sedation, your dentist will discuss\nyour needs and the types of anxieties you may face. From there, they can ensure\nthat your sedation is effective. You will also need to let your dentist know of\nany medications you currently take, or if you have any allergies. Additionally,\nas strange as it seems, certain foods can impact the effectiveness of your\nsedation. For example, grapefruit contains enzymes that break down the\nmedication once taken, which is why you should avoid consumption of this\nproduct for 72 hours leading up to your treatment. You will also want to let\nyour dentist know of any smoking or alcohol dependencies. Lastly, be sure to\nhave someone who can drive you to and from the practice. <\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How is Oral Sedation Used?<\/h2><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Oral sedation is incredibly popular for anxious patients\nbecause it doesn&rsquo;t require any needles, injection, or inhalation. Instead, you\nwill take an easy to swallow pill about an hour before your dental treatment.\nThis drug can also be placed under the tongue to dissolve and work more\nrapidly. If you&rsquo;re even worried about the medication, you could try taking a\npill the night before to see how it effects you and ensure your good night\nsleep. When you take the pill, you will feel a sense of calm and relaxation.\nDuring your procedure, it&rsquo;s perfectly normal to doze off, but you can easily be\nwoken up with a tap on the shoulder! <\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What You Can Expect After Treatment<\/h2><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once your treatment is over, you may feel groggy, sleepy, or\na little out of it, which is why it&rsquo;s important to have someone who can drive\nyou home. You may want to rest for the remainder of the day, but this can vary\nbased on the treatment that you received. This form of sedation has a very\nshort recovery period, and you&rsquo;ll feel back to normal before you know it!<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now that you know more about oral conscious sedation,\nthere&rsquo;s no need to worry! <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lifetimedentalga.com\/blog\/sedation-dentist-gainesville\/\" class=\"block-image-link\">Contact your dentist<\/a>\nto get relaxing and vital dental care. <\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Dentist<\/h2><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dr. Sue Her is an experienced dentist who wants the entire\nGainesville community to enjoy his quality care, even if they&rsquo;re affected by\ndental anxiety. He is known for his gentle and friendly touch, plus he has\nsedation options like oral conscious sedation for ultimate relaxation. If you\nhave any questions, he can be reached through his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lifetimedentalga.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or by phone at\n(770) 536-6688. <\/p><\/div><!--more-->\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you anxious or fearful of the dentist? This is a significant problem that affects millions of Americans, but it becomes serious when it prevents you from getting the dental treatment you need. Unlike other medical conditions that can get better with time, dental issues will only grow worse. 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