Contact Dr. Henley to learn more about teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, dental implants, full mouth reconstruction, and other procedures available at his Naperville practice, near Aurora, Illinois.

Carl Henley, D.D.S., F.A.G.D.
931 W. 75th St. #107
Naperville, Illinois 60565
P / (630) 357-9393
F / (630) 357-9380

Sedation Dentistry Aurora

Putting off going to the dentist, or feeling anxious at the thought of going to the dentist, is simply not necessary. With the availability of sedation dentistry for Aurora and Naperville-area residents, you have no reason to fear visiting our dental practice, or to neglect your oral health any further. Dr. Carl Henley and his talented support staff want the people of Illinois to know that they are in the right hands at our practice.

What Is Sedation Dentistry?

Sedation dentistry, also known as relaxation dentistry, refers to a technique intended to ease anxiety and phobia in dental patients. A small pill may be all it takes to put you at ease and induce a peaceful state during your dental treatment. Patients who opt for sedation dentistry at our Aurora-area practice will be asked to show up to their appointment a little bit earlier than normal so that we can administer the drug a sufficient amount of time before treatment. You may be pleased to learn that sedation dentistry makes it possible to undergo multiple treatments in a single visit.

Types of Sedation Dentistry

Just as there are mild, moderate, and deep degrees of sedation, there are different types as well. The different types of sedation dentistry include:

Oral sedatives: This method involves taking an oral sedative medication, usually the night before your dental appointment. To provide pain relief, Dr. Henley will need to inject the patient with a local anesthetic.
Intravenous sedation: This method involves IV sedation. As with oral sedatives, Dr. Henley will need to administer a local anesthetic to relieve any pain during dental treatment.
Nitrous oxide sedation: This method involves the use of nitrous oxide gas (laughing gas) to induce a relaxed state while leaving the patient conscious. A local anesthetic will be simultaneously administered to alleviate pain.
General anesthesia: This method involves the use of anesthetic to make the patient unconscious and unaware of their surroundings. Thus, a local anesthetic is not needed.

Ideal Candidates for Sedation Dentistry

People who traditionally avoid getting dental treatment because of a strong aversion may be ideal candidates for sedation dentistry. In fact, research shows such dental anxiety is the main reason for avoiding the dentist. Sedation dentistry may be your ideal solution if you relate to the following criteria:

Dental anxiety or dental phobia
Extensive dental issues
Trauma from past dental experience
Years of dental neglect

Learn More about Sedation Dentistry

Dr. Carl Henley can put your afflictions about dentistry at ease while restoring your smile to its deserved brilliance. To improve your dental health, please contact our cosmetic and restorative dentistry practice in Naperville to learn more about sedation dentistry. We proudly serve patients from Aurora, Illinois and beyond.