Dr. Philip Goduco Offers Oral Sedation for his Patients

VERNON HILLS, Ill. - April 9, 2014 - PRLog -- Dr. Philip Goduco is always looking for the most innovative ways to help his patients feel safe and comfortable when coming to his dental practice.  He understands that many patients may feel afraid of the dentist based on past experiences at previous dentists.  Oral sedation is a great way to help those patients feel as relaxed and comfortable as possible.  Dr. Goduco has been trained in oral sedation and is able to offer this service to his patients.

Oral sedation is a small pill that is swallowed.  Dr. Goduco will prescribe the pill to his patients an hour before they come to his office.  With oral sedation, you will need someone to drive you to and from your appointment.  When you arrive at the office, you will already feel calm and a little drowsy.  You will be monitored throughout the entire appointment and since oral sedation does not contain any pain-relieving qualities, local anesthetics will be utilized to prevent any pain.  The oral sedation allows you to become so relaxed and Dr. Goduco uses painless injection techniques so it is very likely that you will never even remember being given the anesthetic.  If needed, additional medication can be given during the procedure to maintain the perfect level of sedation and comfort.

Dr. Goduco, who has a practice in Vernon Hills, Illinois, has been performing dentistry for over 25 years.  He strives to find the most pain free procedures for his patients, and using oral sedation is a great way to help his patients who are anxious about having dental procedures.  The oral sedation has amnesiac qualities, so most patients have little to no memory of the dental visit.  The level of sedation can be maintained for up to six hours or more if necessary, so most dental problems can be corrected in one visit.

Oral Sedation Dentistry

Oral sedation dentistry allows patients to eliminate their fear of going to the dentist. Due to the level of sedation, once the procedure is finished, you will wake up and feel completely refreshed and will have little to no memory of the procedure.  There is a wide variety of procedures that Dr. Goduco can perform while his patients are on oral sedation, including:

·         Chipped tooth repair and fill decayed teeth with white fillings

·         Crowns and Veneers

·         Root canal therapy

·         Gum therapy and rejuvenation ( Pin Hole Surgical Technique)

·         Implant placement and sinus lifts

·         Extraction of wisdom and non-restorable / decayed teeth

Dr. Goduco will let you know if you are a good candidate for oral sedation dentistry.  Oral sedation may be a good option for you if you need help relaxing at the dentist, you have a strong gag reflex, you have a fear of shots and needles or you need to have a large amount of dental work performed.  Dr. Goduco will ask you about your health history and medical conditions, since different aspects can affect before and after care plans.  This is especially true for diabetics and smokers.

About Dr. Philip Goduco

Dr. Philip Goduco has been practicing dentistry for over 25 years.  During that time, he has helped numerous patients to get a healthy smile.  He dedicates himself to using the latest cutting-edge technology and is always looking for the best procedures for his patients.  In addition, he puts a great emphasis on having his patients feel safe and relaxed, which is why he uses oral sedation.

Dr. Goduco received his Doctorate degree with Honors from the Loyola School of Dentistry in Maywood, IL.  He served his country when he completed his residency in the United States Army Dental Corps in Fort Jackson, South Carolina.  After his residency, he opened his own practice in 1992 and has been growing a loyal practice ever since.  Dr. Goduco has certification in Basic and Advanced Life Support, Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation and certification in the United States Dental Institute in Orthodontics from Northbrook, IL.  His masterships include the Academy of General Dentistry and the Pacific Implant Institute.

He is a member of 21 professional organizations that allow him to gain insights into the events that are the future of dentistry.  To learn more about Dr. Goduco and oral sedation, you may visit his website at www.goducosmiles.com or call 847.327.0056.