{"id":172,"date":"2025-08-06T18:25:07","date_gmt":"2025-08-06T18:25:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sandylakedentistry.com\/blog\/?p=172"},"modified":"2025-09-10T18:27:23","modified_gmt":"2025-09-10T18:27:23","slug":"truth-telling-3-dental-sedation-myths-you-shouldnt-believe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sandylakedentistry.com\/blog\/2025\/08\/06\/truth-telling-3-dental-sedation-myths-you-shouldnt-believe\/","title":{"rendered":"Truth Telling: 3 Dental Sedation Myths You Shouldn\u2019t Believe"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sandylakedentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/AdobeStock_688042605-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Profile view of woman in dental chair with nitrous oxide mask over nose\" class=\"wp-image-173\" style=\"width:320px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sandylakedentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/AdobeStock_688042605-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sandylakedentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/AdobeStock_688042605-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sandylakedentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/AdobeStock_688042605-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sandylakedentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/AdobeStock_688042605-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.sandylakedentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/AdobeStock_688042605-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Did you know that sources estimate that roughly 36% of the population suffers from dental anxiety? That means you\u2019re not alone if you\u2019re feeling anxious about an upcoming appointment, whether it\u2019s for a routine checkup and cleaning or a more complex procedure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your dentist can offer a sedative to help you feel calm and comfortable throughout your visit, but you might avoid these medications if you\u2019ve heard horror stories about what\u2019s involved. Continue reading to learn about 3 rumors circulating about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sandylakedentistry.com\/sedation-dentistry.html\">dental sedation<\/a> that you shouldn\u2019t believe!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Myth #1: You Will Lose Control<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s natural to feel vulnerable when you\u2019re sitting still in the dentist\u2019s chair, and although certain medications can help, many patients fear that they\u2019ll lose control of themselves. You might be worried that you\u2019ll share all your deepest secrets or break into fits of laughter that interrupt your procedure, but that\u2019s not usually the case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some sedatives, like oral conscious sedation in pill form and laughing gas, reduce your body\u2019s ability to sense external stimuli to help you feel at ease, but don\u2019t act as a truth serum or giggle potion, meaning you don\u2019t have to worry that you\u2019ll do or say something you shouldn\u2019t.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Myth #2: You\u2019ll be \u201cKnocked Out\u201d<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While some patients are concerned they might overshare while medicated, others are concerned that they\u2019ll be fully put to sleep. However, that\u2019s not always the case. While undergoing IV sedation might help you feel so relaxed that you nod off, these options are intended to calm your mind and body rather than knock you out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For instance, patients typically remain aware enough to respond to their dentists\u2019 questions or directions. With that said, these drugs can have a memory-loss effect that makes it difficult to remember the details of your procedure after the fact, though many anxious patients consider this yet another benefit of sedation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Myth #3: You\u2019ll Feel Sick Afterwards<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You might not accept your dentist\u2019s offer for sedation if you are worried that you\u2019ll feel nauseated or groggy for a day or two afterward. Fortunately, the medications your dentist uses don\u2019t usually have lasting or lingering effects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, nitrous oxide is inhaled through a gas mask placed over your nose while your dentist works, and the effects of the drug fade moments after you stop breathing it in. Oral conscious and IV sedation tend to linger for a few hours after your visit, but many patients can resume their normal activities after being sedated. Your dentist will let you know if they anticipate you needing someone to help drive you home after your appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re still unsure whether dental sedation is right for you, consulting your dentist is the best way to find out!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Patients at Sandy Lake Dental &amp; Orthodontics benefit from two dentists who are passionate about helping families in Coppell improve their lives by enhancing their dental health. Dr. Horton and Dr. Nguyen share over 20 years of combined experience and collaborate to provide a comprehensive menu of services to meet your needs under one roof, including multiple options for dental sedation. Regardless of the reason for your visit, they can provide options to help you feel relaxed and comfortable the entire time. You can request an appointment on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sandylakedentistry.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or call (972) 393-7348.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Did you know that sources estimate that roughly 36% of the population suffers from dental anxiety? That means you\u2019re not alone if you\u2019re feeling anxious about an upcoming appointment, whether it\u2019s for a routine checkup and cleaning or a more complex procedure. 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