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Advances in dentistry now allow us to place dental implants without pain thanks to conscious sedation in dentistry. At present we have innovative techniques and resources, which are very useful, so that the patient does not suffer discomfort and also the fear of the dentist, which is a frequent condition in the day to day of a dental clinic.

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Dental implants with conscious sedation

To place dental implants with conscious sedation, we need to intervene the gum and maxillary bone. General anesthesia may be an alternative, but the patient loses consciousness and connection with the environment, we do not consider it appropriate. On the other hand, with local anesthesia, we can eliminate the pain, but not the apprehension and stress that causes the patient to perceive the intervention at all times.

What is conscious sedation?

It is a set of procedures, carried out, always with a collegial anesthetist, with whom we control pain and produce a feeling of well-being and serenity while we perform dental implants.

Inhalation sedation

With this type of procedure we provide the patient with a mixture of gases that generate relaxation and loss of sensation. It is especially indicated in people who fear needles, when there is anxiety and in children.

Intravenous sedation

In this case, drugs are administered through a venous puncture. The procedure is done in the same dental clinic and the effect can be adjusted, according to need, dental treatment and medications administered.

Advantage

  • Conscious sedation allows us to achieve an environment of calmer, less stress and collaboration on the part of the patient.
  • The patient does not feel pain, or anxiety in the consultation, or during treatment.
  • There is no risk of developing dentist phobia, as there is no traumatic situation.
  • In dental implants with general anesthesia, unconsciousness does not allow the patient to follow indications, but this sedation does.
  • Multi-session procedures are greatly reduced.

Requirements for conscious sedation

We will have an anesthesia specialist who has all the necessary means to carry out sedation. It is important that the patient, know the anesthetist beforehand and if requested, teach the facilities before undergoing the intervention. The necessary equipment will be a pulse oximeter, to measure oxygen saturation, a sphygmomanometer, for blood pressure, an oxygen delivery device, a defibrillation device and medication for the induction of anesthesia and subsequent recovery.

Before procedure

The patient should refrain from drinking liquids and food 6 hours before the procedure and be accompanied by an adult. In order for us to perform sedation, we must have the results of coagulation tests and a previous electrocardiogram.

After the procedure

We will continue monitoring after the procedure until the patient has fully recovered from sedation. You can then return home on your own foot, but we recommend that you be accompanied by another person. You should avoid driving the car and dangerous machinery, and you will not drink alcoholic beverages for 24 hours. It is normal to feel certain discomfort in the intervened area for a few days, which will be perfectly controlled with the medication prescribed by the specialist in oral implantology. On the other hand, if there is intense or sacred pain, the dentist should be consulted.

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Do you know dental floss? The care of your teeth starts with a good brushing of the teeth twice a day. But the toothbrush does not reach the 5 faces of the tooth, and the plate can be installed without forgetting the food stuck between the teeth. There are solutions for impeccable dental hygiene. Indeed, dental floss is one of them. 

The subject is debated in France because the health authorities have never praised its merits. Let’s take a look at the famous dental floss.

 

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The advantages and disadvantages 

Plaque builds up in the inter-dental spaces and causes problems that affect the teeth. 

The thread is needed for many people who do not support the presence of pie teeth, but is this really the right solution? 

Benefits

-It is a good complement to toothbrushing

-The appearance of dental plaque is reduced 

-The cost is low

-It is a good alternative to interdental crossettes 

Disadvantages

-Do not use if your gums are bleeding 

-Not advised for people who have undergone teeth interventions 

-The use can be complicated at the beginning 

If you do not have a dental spray or interdental brushes, the wire for the teeth can be a plus.

How to use it? 

Indeed, dental floss is not easy to use, and we must acquire the technique if we do not want to hurt our gums. 

Start by wrapping the two ends around each middle finger, and stretch the thread with your thumbs and indexes, then unroll the thread as you go. Finally, rinse the log with water.

It remains important to make relatively gentle movements so as not to hurt your gums. 

H2 Choosing your floss 

There are several types, the nylon one and the PTFE one,   the nylon thread is waxed and not waxed. The wax facilitates the passage between the teeth finally. 

PTFE wire is more expensive, but it slides more easily between the teeth. 

Each wire can be anti-bacterial, whiteness, or ultra-soft. 

Can we use it on children? 

It is not recommended for children. Beyond eight years, the child has a good manual grip to use without injury. 

  • The thread for the teeth is not the most important accessory to have healthy teeth, but it participates. It reduces plaque and dislodges food debris. It reduces plaque and dislodges food debris. 
  • If your budget is larger, prefer the dental spray. 
  • The most important thing is to use the thread properly, so you do not get hurt. 

Finally, used correctly once a day, it can reduce plaque.