Enjoy Pain-free, Relaxed Dentistry with Dental Anesthesia
The fear of pain, stemming from anecdotal stories and past negative experiences, has long kept many patients from getting the necessary dental care. However, advancements in pain management techniques have changed how patients view dentistry. One of the notable technological advances is anesthesia, which makes dentistry painless and stress-free for all.
Biggio Dental Care, led by Dr. Chad Biggio in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, prioritizes your comfort by offering powerful anesthetics for procedures like cavity treatments, enhancing patient satisfaction.
How does dental anesthesia work?
Anesthetics use specialized medications to prevent you from feeling pain during dental treatments. Anesthetics temporarily block the communication between the nerves at the treatment site and the brain.
Several types of anesthesia exist, and the choice depends on the type and scope of the procedure.
• Local anesthesia: This anesthesia numbs a small section of your body. It’s ideal for minor procedures like cavity fillings, crown preparation, root canals, etc. Depending on the procedure, you don’t feel any pain but might feel slight pressure or movement. Local anesthesia doesn’t put you to sleep. You’ll be fully alert throughout the procedure, and full sensation resumes after a few hours once the anesthesia wears off. Local anesthetics can be given as injections, creams, or ointments.
Our office also provides sedation dentistry, which helps you relax and manage anxiety during dental procedures. It can range from minimal sedation, where the patient is awake but relaxed, to deep sedation, which places you on the edge of consciousness while allowing for awakening if needed. Deep sedation is required for those with severe dental fear.
How should I prepare for anesthesia?
Local anesthetics don’t need any preparation. However, the dentist will give you instructions before getting general anesthesia. The doctor may ask you to pause certain medications as they can increase the risk. You should avoid eating or drinking for at least 6-8 hours before treatment. Also, disclose any pre-existing medical conditions to allow the doctor to tailor your treatment.
Dental anesthesia is completely safe when administered by qualified personnel. The doctor continually monitors your vital signs (heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen level, etc.) for the safest outcome. We also provide post-treatment guidelines to prevent any health complications.
What are the benefits of dental anesthesia?
It is almost unimaginable to think about dentistry without the comfort and relief of anesthesia. Before the advent of modern anesthetic techniques, dental procedures were often associated with significant pain and fear. The introduction of anesthesia has made it possible to administer even the most complex procedure with ease and optimum patient comfort.
Here are the benefits of dental anesthesia.
• Eliminates fear and anxiety that accompany dental visits
• Increased patient compliance through regular check-ups
• Improved oral health
• Faster dental care as you remain still in the dental chair
• Reduced postoperative discomfort
Are you ready for relaxing dentistry?
Zero-pain dentistry at Biggio Dental Care ensures patients enjoy relaxed dental visits. With dental anesthesia, sedation dentistry, and other pain management techniques at our office, you can bid goodbye to painful dental treatments. Call (225) 314-6995 to experience our painless dentistry!
