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How Long Will the Effects of Novocaine Last?

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Novocaine is a local anesthetic that is generally used in dental treatments or small surgeries. It is ideal for this type of procedure because it has a short-lived effect and can be concentrated in small areas. Depending on how the practitioner uses it, its effect will typically last between 30 and 90 minutes. If you …

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Updated: October 4, 2024

5 Questions to Ask Before Your First Dental Sedation Appointment

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Here are 5 questions you should ask before your sedation appointment. For sufferers of dental anxiety, movement disorders, low pain tolerance, and high sensitivity, going to the dentist can be excruciating. Fortunately, these people can turn to dental sedation to get the oral care they need. If this describes you, it is best to do …

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Updated: February 13, 2019

Oral Sedation Pediatric Dentistry – What to Expect

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If your child is having a dental procedure involving oral sedation, there is no reason to fear; it generally comes with minimal risks. If you have a child who is going to have oral surgery, oral sedation might be recommended or even required. Oral sedation might sound intimidating due to the word sedation. However, unlike …

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Updated: August 14, 2024

Is Sedation Risky for Patients with Pre-Existing Medical Conditions?

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At your appointment, we will decide which sedation option is the best for you based on any pre-existing medical conditions. Sedation dentistry is something that may sound intimidating. But thanks to more sedation medications, there are many ways to relax a patient regardless of their age or any pre-existing medical conditions. If you are worried …

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Updated: January 31, 2024

Are Nitrous Oxide and Oral Sedation Enough for My Dental Procedure?

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When you come in for your appointment, we will decide which level of dental sedation is best for you. The reason that many people have a fear of the dentist is that they have had a procedure in the past that didn’t go so well and wasn’t very pleasant. If you are avoiding a dental …

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Updated: January 31, 2024