Sedation

Dentistry Sedation

According to Australasian Medical Journal (AMJ), Sedation is for a patient who is anxious about the dental visit and without the use of sedation their dental health may be neglected.

Types of Sedation for dentistry:

• Minimal Sedation or nitrous oxide sedation: Patient is provided nitrous oxide gas also known as laughing gas which combines with oxygen through a mask over their nose. Since it’s a minimal sedation so it wears off quickly as the mask is removed. It is used for short term surgery and when a patient is given this sedation they are allowed to drive back home once the surgery is completed.

• Oral sedation: Oral sedation usually depends upon dose which range in between or minimal and moderate sedation. Patient are still conscious but under sedative maintaining their cardiorespiratory function. It is provided as a pill which is usually Halcion from Valium drug family. The dose of this sedation varies accordingly weight, situation and circumstance of patient.

• IV sedation: It stands for Intravenous Sedation which is a process of keeping patient under the influence of a sedative drug to perform dental process. IV sedation help those people and dentist to make patient surgery pain free. It comes under sleep dentistry which help in pain control by sedating patient. IV sedation can be called as anesthesia care or twilight sedation and is used for minor surgery. It makes patient sleepy and is used for painful and lengthy procedure. It is given through injection and depending upon the procedure dosage are increased.

• General Anesthesia: For Complete loss of patient consciousness general anesthesia is given where the patient can’t hear, feel or remember anything. It is used for lengthy operation and the patient can only be awake when the effect wears off.

• Local anesthesia: It is used for numbness of specific part of a body which prevents pain during the surgical procedure. It is used for minor surgery.

Who needs sedation?

1. Patient with highly sensitive teeth

2. Patient with bad gag reflex

3. Patient who has a large amount of dental work need to be completed

4. Patient with pain threshold.

Sedation will have a side effect that varies with different individual.

Can We use Sedation for children?

Sedation Can be used for children who need a procedure which requires children to sit or lay still for a longer period. Since sedation helps children to be calm and relaxed and the dentist can easily perform the surgery required.

Sleep Dentistry Cost

Sleep Dentistry is not much costly as people think usually in Major clinics it starts from 600 AUD and according to the conditions it can vary. Pain free Dentist Sydney located at hurlstone park provides the best price for Sleep Dentistry in Sydney.

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Wisdom teeth Removal

Wisdom teeth

Wisdom teeth can often be a source of pain for most people. Gum infection, decay to the adjacent teeth, pain, swelling and infection and bone loss are commonly related to wisdom teeth. Hence, wisdom teeth removal is usually recommended to prevent wisdom teeth pain.

Do I have to remove my wisdom teeth?

Sometimes, when there is evidence of decay, gum infection, crowding and for orthodontic reason, wisdom teeth then are justified for removal. As it is the last teeth in the mouth, generally, patients cannot reach the back of the mouth, hence, all the gum disease, infection and decay are often seen to wisdom teeth. If the wisdom teeth do not pose any symptoms, are functional to bite and are easily cleanable, or pose more risks to remove it then, the consideration of wisdom teeth removal is nullified.

Wisdom teeth Pain

How do I manage wisdom teeth pain? Generally, if the tooth is infected, having over the counter painkillers will not suffice. A visit to the dentist is critical as infection can spread. If left on its own, the spread of infection can cause airway obstruction and septicaemia.

Wisdom teeth removal cost 

How much will this cost? The cost will depend on the complexity and difficulty of the removal. It can range from $500- $1000 per tooth. If Sleep dentistry is required additional cost will be incurred as per the session cost by the anesthetist.

If hospitalization is required, additional cost will be added in addition to the cost of removal of these wisdom teeth.

Wisdom teeth removal price per tooth can be costly. It is best to pay for a qualified dentist to ensure, the surgery is done properly and safely.

Wisdom teeth Aftercare

After removal of your wisdom teeth there are certain do’s and don’ts for recovery time.

Don’t

·         First 24 hr. is the important time to take care of your teeth

·         No pressure should be applied to the wound.

·         don’t eat any hard stuffs to chew

·         avoid hot food/drinks

·         No alcohol

·         No smoking

·         Strenuous Physical activity

Do’s

·         you can rinse your mouth gently

·         Stick to soft diet

·         Brush teeth gently

After all these there are always a chance of few complexion it’s not much common but one should always take precautions

After wisdom teeth removal complications

·  Bleeding excessive

·      Fever

·      Blood in nasal discharge

·      Pus in nasal discharge

·      Severe pain

·      If Swelling got worsen after few days

·      Numbness

·      Bad taste in mouth

How to handle pain after wisdom teeth removal?

To handle the pain after wisdom teeth removal always use ice on the outside , and if provided take the pain medicine prescribed by your dentist only.

Some people might be instructed to take the antibiotics while they recover. Due to incision  your mouth can be vulnerable to germs so dentist might provide antibiotics and be sure to take full course as per your dentist recommendation.

At Recovery time from wisdom teeth removal takes always around a week, so take a week leave from your work, make a full recovery and set back to work.

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Cosmetic Dentistry, Teeth Whitening, Veneer, Crowns and Dental Implants

Cosmetic dentistry refers to the dental treatment that improves the teeth, gums, bite or even smile. Many treatments can improve appearance, but not all treatments are suitable for all patients. Dr Lisa will be able to provide you with the most appropriate choices regarding your current concerns, expected results and budget.

If you want to improve your teeth and smile, Dr Lisa at Pain Free Dentist Sydney may recommend one or more of the following dental treatments.

Types of dental procedures

TEETH WHITENING

Tooth whitening is a cosmetic procedure that lightens the color of teeth. It is safe for the dentist to do the operation. For more information on tooth whitening, please click here.

VENEERS

The veneer includes a dental cosmetic procedure in which a thin tooth enamel or composite resin surface is bonded to the front of one or more teeth. Veneers are more conservative than crowns and are good cosmetic options for patients with the following dental problems

•           Gaps between teeth

•           Stained or discoloured teeth

•           Broken or chipped teeth

•           Crowded teeth

•           Crooked, oddly shaped or misaligned teeth

DENTAL IMPLANT

Dental implants provide patients with the opportunity to replace missing teeth, greatly enhancing appearance and function. The implant can be thought of as an artificial root that attaches to the lower jaw. They are cylindrical devices made of medical titanium and placed on missing teeth or on teeth that have been attached to skeletal organisms. A ceramic crown that matches the existing tooth is then attached to the secure implant.

CROWN

Custom crowns can be placed over prepared natural teeth to replace natural crowns, which are visible above the teeth 'gums. Crowns not only improve a person's smile, but also increase strength, durability, and stability.

If you would like to know more about cosmetic dentistry that is suitable for you, please contact us for more information or an appointment.

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