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I am funny about putting prescription medication in my body. I already have several meds that I have to take and I don\u2019t want to add another one just for dental appointments. I need some extensive work done and I don\u2019t want the anti-anxiety med from the dentist. The work will probably take several appointments. I moved here from MD and my previous dentist recommended sedation to get all the work done. Xanax works great for me and makes me relax, so I just want to take a pill before my appointment. Same diff right? Do you think I can find a dentist who will let me take my own sedation meds? – Jovana<\/p>\n

Jovana \u2013 We recommend that you first find a few sedation dentists with whom you can have consultation<\/a>. If you are not able to receive recommendations from friends or family, do some research on the Internet to find several sedation dentists. Find out how long each dentist has been practicing sedation and what forms are offered.<\/p>\n

Explain your concerns and anxiety. Also let the dentist know that you want to take Xanax before your appointment, and why you prefer to use your own medication. You will be able find a dentist with whom you are comfortable and can work out agreeable arrangements for your sedation and your dental treatment.<\/p>\n

This post is sponsored by Plano, TX cosmetic dentist<\/a> Dr. Miranda Lacy.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

I am funny about putting prescription medication in my body. I already have several meds that I have to take and I don\u2019t want to add another one just for dental appointments. I need some extensive work done and I don\u2019t want the anti-anxiety med from the dentist. 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