Oral Conscious Sedation in Riverview, FL

What Is Oral Conscious Sedation?

Oral conscious sedation is a form of moderate sedation taken in pill form before your dental appointment. It helps reduce anxiety, increase relaxation, and make long procedures feel quicker and more manageable.

• You’ll feel drowsy but remain awake and able to respond
  
• Many patients have little to no memory of the procedure
  
• Used for general, cosmetic, and specialty dental treatments
  
• Must have a driver to and from the appointment
  

This method is ideal for patients with moderate to severe anxiety, a strong gag reflex, or sensitivity to dental sounds and smells.

Benefits of Sedation Dentistry

• Reduces fear, stress, and tension
  
• Makes time pass quickly during treatment
  
• Allows more work to be done in fewer visits
  
• Helps with strong gag reflex or trouble sitting still
  
• Enhances comfort for longer or more involved procedures
  
• Great for patients who’ve delayed dental care due to fear
  

Dr. McDuffie and our team provide sedation in a supportive, judgment-free space where your comfort is our priority.

Who Is a Candidate for Oral Conscious Sedation?

Oral sedation may be right for you if you:

• Avoid dental visits due to anxiety or past trauma
  
• Need multiple procedures or longer treatment
  
• Have a low pain threshold or dental sensitivity
  
• Experience panic in the dental chair
  
• Have trouble getting numb with local anesthetic
  
• Suffer from a strong gag reflex
  

Before prescribing sedation, we review your medical history and current medications to ensure it's safe and appropriate for your situation.

What to Expect

Here’s how the oral sedation process works at EverySmile Dental:

1. Pre-Treatment Consultation

We’ll review your health history, discuss your anxiety triggers, and determine if oral conscious sedation is the right fit.

2. Prescription & Preparation

If you’re a candidate, we’ll prescribe a sedative to be taken about an hour before your appointment. You’ll need a trusted adult to drive you to and from the office.

3. Your Appointment

You’ll feel relaxed and at ease throughout your procedure. Most patients describe the experience as “dreamlike” and remember little afterward.

4. Aftercare

The effects wear off gradually. You’ll rest for the remainder of the day while your body fully recovers.

Is Sedation Safe?

Yes. Oral conscious sedation is FDA-approved and widely used in modern dentistry. We carefully evaluate your medical background before prescribing, and we closely monitor you throughout your appointment.

As your dentist in Riverview FL, your safety, health, and comfort are our top priorities.

Sedation Options for Your Comfort

In addition to oral conscious sedation, we also offer:

• Local anesthesia for all procedures
  
• Gentle techniques for injections and cleanings
  
• Slow, clear communication to help you feel at ease
  

You’re in control of your care, and we’ll always go at your pace.

Insurance & Financing

Oral conscious sedation is often considered an elective or add-on service and may not be covered by insurance. However, if it's deemed medically necessary for extensive treatment, limited benefits may apply.

EverySmile Dental is a fee-for-service office, but we will file PPO insurance claims as a courtesy.

We also offer convenient financing through:

• CareCredit
  
• Cherry
  
• PatientFi
  
• Proceed Finance
  

We’ll help you choose a comfortable plan that fits your needs and budget.

Take the Fear Out of Dental Visits

You deserve to get the dental care you need — without anxiety or discomfort. With oral conscious sedation, EverySmile Dental Riverview makes that possible in a calm, supportive environment.

Call (813) 741-0483 or request a private consultation. We’re located at 10825 Boyette Rd, STE A, Riverview, FL 33569.