Can all dentists use sedation techniques?

I think a lot of them are doing so now because this is such a problem for a lot of people. But it should not be difficult to find the ones that are, if you look on the Internet for surgeries in your area that offer this. I think it is a great step forward, as I am one of those babies who is afraid to go to the dentist! I need to but I just can't bring myself to!

I think that many of other dentists argue that relying on sedation does not allow you to overcome your fears, for a number of reasons. In the case of IV sedation, because you will not remember the treatment, you cannot learn that dental treatment is nothing to fear. Oral sedation can have the same effect because benzodiazepines can impair memory and interfere with the acquisition of new information and laying down new memories. Sedation may also make you believe that the only reason why you’re able to cope with treatment is the sedation, and you may not attribute your success to yourself, but to the drugs used.

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I see your point Robert but I must say I have needed to go to the dentist for awhile now and I just cannot bring myself to make that appointment. If the only option is to have sedation then I think that is what it will have to be. I went through a time when I had a lot of dental treatment which you would think would have got me used to it, but no, I am still a wimp! It is a dilemma!

No, sedation techniques cannot be employed by all dentists. Sedation dentistry can be quite complex, and most dentists who are interested in using these drugs must be licensed to do so. Most dentists will mention on their websites if they have the appropriate licenses. If they do not, it may be a good idea to contact their offices to ask. It is important to remember that dentists’ sedation drugs require special training.