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Easing Anxiety During Your Dental Visits

For many patients, stress and anxiety surrounding dental procedures can prevent them from getting the care they need. Greater Endodontics offers sedation options to keep anxiety at bay at the dentist, so you can get the oral care you need without stress and anxiety. One of the most popular sedation options we offer is the administration of anxiolytic medications. Anxiolytics are a safe and non–invasive way to ease stress or panic during procedures. Read on to learn more about anxiolytics side effects in Riverton!

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What are Anxiolytic Drugs? Anxiolytics Side Effects - Riverton

Anxiolytics are a safe and non–invasive medication used to ease stress or panic during dental procedures. Anxiolytics are commonly used to treat anxiety; some people may take them daily. However, anxiolytics can also be taken as a single dose before dental procedures to ease nervousness and put a patient in a calm, relaxed state of mind. Most anxiolytic medications prescribed for oral procedures are benzodiazepines such as Valium (diazepam), Ativan (lorazepam), or Klonopin (clonazepam).

Anxiolytic Medications for Dental Procedures

Procedures such as root canals or other surgeries are often more anxiety–inducing than a regular dental checkup. Giving a single dose of an anxiolytic medication before treatment is one of the easiest and most popular sedation options. This option is typically selected for patients coming in for a shorter visit, such as a cavity filling. However, it can also help ease restlessness for those undergoing a longer procedure. Aside from treating anxiety, anxiolytic medications can also be helpful for patients with an especially sensitive gag reflex.

What to Expect From Anxiolytic Sedation

For a patient undergoing anxiolytic sedation, we typically prescribe a single dose of a medication to be taken approximately one hour before their appointment. Some medications act quickly, so patients may be instructed to wait to take the medication until they arrive at the office.

Patients taking an anxiolytic drug will need to be driven to and from their dental appointment. We also recommend that patients enlist a friend or family member to stay with them for up to four hours at home due to the temporary anxiolytics side effects.

A patient can expect to feel drowsy or relaxed during their appointment after taking an anxiolytic medication. The light sedative effects of the medicine should ease any stress the patient is feeling and make the visit more comfortable overall. Anxiolytics may cause sleepiness, but patients can expect to be fully responsive and conscious during the procedure. Anxiolytics' side effects like tiredness will wear off within several hours after the appointment.

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I had two root canals and it was painless. I was very impressed how well they took care of me.

— Pamela Williams, Posted October 26th 2025 on google

Thank you Dr Casper & team at Greater Endodontics Riverton!! I am pleased with the professional yet friendly & personal service for my root canal.

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— Denise, Posted October 15th 2025 on google

I recently visited Greater Endodontics Riverton for a problem tooth and was very impressed with the entire experience. The staff is wonderful. They are all welcoming and professional, and made me feel at ease from check-in to check-out. Dr. Brimley was incredibly thorough in explaining the procedure and answering all ...

— Tiana N, Posted October 12th 2025 on google

Dr. Brimley was fantastic. He was fixing what another dentist had messed up, presented me with all my options and spoke to me as an adult who understood the info he gave me. He numbed me up and got my issue solved better than we had originally thought possible. The staff was kind and funny, I would recommend them every...

— Rebecca Shand, Posted October 11th 2025 on google

Dr. Curtis Brimley resolved a painful issue quickly, with little pain following the procedure. My husband and I commend him and his staff for teaming so well and being mindful of my husband's pain tolerance. Thank you!

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— Marilyn Anderson, Posted October 8th 2025 on google

I really appreciated that Dr Brimley took the time to explain the root canal procedure and answer my questions. And WOW it was virtually painless! Thank you😃

— David & Joanne Mower, Posted October 7th 2025 on google

Root canal went very well. The Dr. explained each step and was mindful of the effects on me. Would highly recommend this clinic for anyone.

— Charles Alm Sr, Posted October 6th 2025 on google

Staff was very professional and friendly, they explained the procedure and the costs before the dentist started the work. The dentist and his assistant were very professional and they did my root canal very precise and fast.

— stephen doty, Posted October 4th 2025 on google

I felt very well cared for. Everything was explained thoroughly so I understood what was happening. After the root canal, there was hardly any pain. I took the pain meds as indicated the first day but nothing after that. Highly recommended.

— Sherrie Shaw, Posted October 3rd 2025 on google

Dr Brimley and staff were great. Very patient with my needs as i have alot of anxiety. Communicated everything to me along the way and made me feel at ease. Nobody wants to have a root canal, but if you have no choice, you want to do it here!

— Shelley Ruiz, Posted October 2nd 2025 on google

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— Alan Gardner, Posted September 25th 2025 on google

I had a terrible experience with a root canal about 25 years ago. It was the most painful thing I have ever experienced. Dr. Brimley made me feel at ease about the procedure. The Dentist office wanted to charge me $1400 for sedation, but Dr. Brimley prescribed me a couple of pills for conscious sedation (was only a co...

— Lucas Beaulieu, Posted September 20th 2025 on google

They were so friendly, gentle and understanding. They did a fabulous job on my root canal. The atmosphere felt like you were at home. I was able to take a nap and didn't feel anything with the gas and before I knew the procedure was done. I would recommend them for anyone who needs any type of procedure. They were AMAZ...

— KayLynn Reed, Posted September 18th 2025 on google

Dr. Larsen and Kelly were amazing! I had a bad infection and was in so much pain. I couldn’t tolerate any additional pain and Dr Larsen and Kelly listened to me without judgement. Dr. Larsen would stop the procedure to provide me extra pain control as I needed it. I was still in pain the next day and Dr. Larsen immed...

— sherreen mahoney, Posted September 17th 2025 on google

Got me in the same day I called, Dr Larsen took great care to explain the procedure and kept me informed of the progress.

— D C, Posted September 12th 2025 on google

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Is Anxiolytic Sedation Right for Me?

As dental sedation specialists, we offer various sedation options for patients who struggle with anxiety during dental appointments. Anxiolytic medications are a safe and appropriate way to provide mild sedation to patients experiencing anxiety during their visits. Still, they're not the best method for everyone. Anxiolytics side effects may differ between patients, so Greater Endodontics offers several different methods of sedation that may be better suited for:

Pregnant patients
Patients who have a complex medical condition or history
Patients on other medication therapies that will adversely react when combined with anxiolytic drugs

Elderly patients
Patients that react adversely to benzodiazepines
Patients with a history of substance abuse concerns

At Greater Endodontics, we understand that the needs of every patient are unique. We work closely with each patient to determine the best route of sedation. If you are interested in treatment options to make your appointments more comfortable, we will work with you to determine if an anxiolytic medication is right for you.

Interested in Sedation Options? Contact Us With Further Questions About Anxiolytics Side Effects Riverton

Greater Endodontics understands how debilitating anxiety can be when seeking dental care. Our goal is to provide our patients with several sedation options to ensure that every procedure is as comfortable as possible. We never want someone to ignore dental health concerns due to anxiety, so we work with our patients to find the best solution to ease stress during visits. Schedule a consultation today and arrive at your next appointment with confidence.

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