Sedation Dentistry in Sterling, Leesburg & Aldie, VA
At NOVA Implant & Perio Specialists, Dr. Jean-Claude Kharmouche provides sedation dentistry to help patients experience relaxed, pain-free periodontal and dental implant treatment. Whether you feel nervous about dental visits or require complex procedures, sedation ensures a calm, comfortable experience from start to finish.
We proudly serve patients throughout Sterling, Leesburg, and Aldie, VA, offering personalized sedation options based on your medical needs and treatment plan.
What Is Sedation Dentistry?
Sedation dentistry uses safe, controlled medications to help patients stay relaxed during dental procedures. Sedation does not replace local anesthesia—instead, it complements it by reducing anxiety, fear, or physical discomfort.
At NOVA Implant & Perio Specialists, sedation is administered and monitored by experienced clinicians to ensure complete safety and comfort throughout your visit.
Benefits of Sedation Dentistry
Our Sedation Dentistry Process
Who Benefits from Sedation Dentistry?
Sedation dentistry may be ideal for patients who:
- Experience dental anxiety or fear
- Have a sensitive gag reflex
- Require longer or complex periodontal or implant procedures
- Have difficulty sitting still
- Have had traumatic dental experiences in the past
- Have high tooth sensitivity
- Prefer a more comfortable and stress-free experience
If dental visits feel overwhelming, sedation can make your treatment manageable and peaceful.
Types of Sedation Dentistry We Offer
Nitrous Oxide Sedation (Laughing Gas)
A mild, inhaled sedation that reduces anxiety without putting you to sleep. You remain awake and can resume normal activities shortly after the appointment.
Oral Conscious Sedation
A prescribed medication taken before your visit to help you feel deeply relaxed. You remain awake but may feel drowsy and remember little of the procedure.
IV Sedation
IV sedation is ideal for complex implant surgeries, advanced periodontal procedures, and patients with significant anxiety. You remain conscious but in a dream-like, deeply relaxed state.
Local Anesthesia with Sedation
Sedation is always combined with local anesthesia to ensure you remain comfortable, pain-free, and fully relaxed during treatment.
Is Sedation Dentistry Safe?
Yes. Sedation dentistry is extremely safe when administered by trained professionals. At NOVA Implant & Perio Specialists, we follow strict medical protocols and provide close monitoring throughout your visit. Sedation is safe for most adults, but patients with certain medical conditions may require additional precautions.
What to Expect After Sedation Dentistry
Recovery varies depending on the sedation method:
- Nitrous oxide wears off within minutes
- Oral and IV sedation require several hours of rest
- Mild drowsiness is normal
- Most patients resume normal routines the next day
You’ll receive detailed instructions to ensure a smooth recovery.