Summerlin Las Vegas, NV Sleep Dentistry

Dr. Robin Lobato is one of the leading experts to perform sleep (aka sedation) dentistry in the Summerlin, Las Vegas area. He would be happy to provide a consultation to personally explain the process works to you. He and his team take great care to ensure whatever procedure you are going through is as stress-free as possible.  Schedule an appointment today, or learn more below.

According to the Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation, 30 percent of the population avoids visiting the dentist due to fear.  A condition known as “dental phobia,” this all-too-common fear prevents people from receiving necessary, routine dental care, potentially

- Types of Sedation

Sedatives can be administered by Dr. Lobato in a variety of ways. These include:

Oral sedatives

Oral sedation is a popular method used to establish relaxation. A sedative pill is taken by the mouth and requires no needles, which makes this method easy to administer.  Oral sedatives create a comfortable, relaxed experience for patients—helping them reach a sleep-like state—while allowing them to maintain a level of consciousness for safety and cooperation. 

Inhalation sedatives

Also known as nitrous oxide sedation, inhalation sedation is one of the most widely used dental sedation techniques. Nitrous oxide is administered through a mask, and as the patient inhales the sedative, it causes a euphoric effect, which calms and relaxes the patient within moments. This method is often considered the safest option for light to mild sedation and short, routine dental procedures. 

IV sedatives

IV (intravenous) sedation is delivered via injection to sedate a fearful patient. It is the most powerful method of conscious sedation for management of more severe levels of dental anxiety or lengthier, extensive dental procedures. The sedatives are administered directly into the bloodstream, producing deep relaxation and pain relief. 

General anesthesia

For lengthy and invasive procedures, such as oral surgeries, general anesthesia may be necessary to provide a deeper level of sedation for the patient.  When a patient is given general anesthesia they are completely unconscious throughout the entire procedure.  Because the patient is unresponsive and requires breathing assistance, a highly trained anesthesiologist or oral surgeon can only administer general anesthesia. 

Are You a Candidate for Sedation?

Not everyone is a suitable candidate for sleep dentistry. People who benefit the most from dental sedatives include those with an intense fear of dental procedures, have severe gag reflex, suffer from physical limitations or have trouble becoming fully numb following the administration of local anesthetics.  If you suffer from severe dental anxiety, don’t put off required dental care any longer. Talk to Dr. Lobato about safe, comfortable and relaxing sleep dentistry right here in the Summerlin, Las Vegas area.

Do you have high anxiety around dental visits? Contact R. Lobato & Associates to learn more about Sedation or Sleep Dentistry practices. Call us at (702) 877-0500 to schedule an appointment. Maintaining oral health is important, let us make your visit a relaxing one.