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Some dental work is quick and easy, but other procedures take a lot of time to complete, and the process itself may be a bit painful. For these types of procedures, sedation dentistry is an option that you can ask for at your Los Angeles dentist office. The sedation will allow the dentist to take care of your teeth without you feeling any pain or discomfort.

Some sedation is not designed to mask pain; it is simply to make the process of a long procedure more streamlined. That being said, in the event that you are nervous or anxious when you visit your dentist in Bell, CA, you can ask about sedation dentistry to help you relax. There are several levels of sedation that can be used, let's take a look at each and how much it will set you back.


Light Sedation

This is not a type of sedation that is going to knock you out cold; it is simply giving you a bit of nitrous oxide to breathe and help you relax. You have probably heard of this type of sedation referred to as laughing gas. Most dentists in Bell, CA administer this gas by placing a mask over your face and telling you to breathe normally. This gas will begin working almost immediately, and it will begin to wear off as soon as the mask is removed. Typically, this type of sedation will cost about $50 or so.

Moderate Sedation

Moderate sedation means that you will be awake, but you feel like you are slightly under the surface of your consciousness. You will be able to respond and move, but you may not remember the procedure. This type of sedation is common for Los Angeles dentist to use for pain management. It allows your dentist to perform lengthy procedures while a patient who is sedated this way may feel like they were only in the office for a few minutes of the day. Typically moderate sedation is given intravenously, and it can cost $300 to $350 for the first 30 minutes and about $100 more for each additional 15 minute period of time.

Heavy Sedation

Heavy sedation typically means that general anesthesia is used before the procedure. This must be administered by a professional anesthesiologist, so it is not common. However, it can be used for oral surgery. It does not take very long to kick in, and it lasts for a few hours, so you may still be under its effects when the surgery is complete. General anesthesia typically runs between $400 and $500 for the first 30 minutes, then $150 more for each additional 15-minute increment.

Asking for Sedation

If you know that you are going to have a dental procedure done that scares you, then ask your dentist in Bell, CA what your options are for the procedure. If full sedation is not required, your dentist may suggest something lighter to help you relax during the procedure. Many insurance companies do not pay for sedation, so discuss the specific prices for the procedure that you will be having with your Los Angeles dentist. At Gage Dental Care, we care about your comfort and want you to relax during your visit, so if you need sedation dentistry, let us know.