Root canal procedures aren’t difficult, but they can be lengthy. Many patients who suffer from anxiety may have trouble sitting quietly for long periods of time while the dentist performs the procedure. Sedation dentistry offers patients an opportunity to be fully relaxed, but still awake during a procedure. Mild sedation is used to keep them calm and it allows the dentist the time they need to complete the procedure without rushing or fearing the patient will become nervous. During a sedation procedure, the patient has the option of being asleep or semi-conscious. While they are still awake and can interact with the dentist, their anxiety level is low and they are fully relaxed and at ease.