It is very common to feel nervous and even have anxiety when undergoing dental procedures. But missing out on dental health care can be painful and even detrimental to your health. A solution that has become very popular is IV sedation during these appointments. Putting your mind and body at ease while all the dental work is taken care of. Is IV sedation dentistry right for you or your loved one?
What is IV sedation for dentistry?
Using IV sedation for dental work is designed to eliminate any anxiety, discomfort, and pain during the appointment. It is a great way for children and those who have special needs to have complex procedures without being traumatized. It has also been shown to be advantageous for adults who want stress free dental visits.
Medication for IV sedation is individually tailored based on the patient’s needs. If you are anxious and unable to have the IV placed without some form of sedation, we may have you breath oxygen mixed with a relaxing gas called nitrous oxide.
How IV sedation for dentistry words
Once you are relaxed and your IV is placed, you will be given medication through the IV that will place you in a restful dream-like state of sleep. During your procedure we give you medication through the IV to help decrease pain, inflammation, and nausea for approximately four or more hours after you leave the office. Upon waking from your relaxed dream-like state you will have no recollection of your dental procedure and minimal to no discomfort.
IV sedation for children
This combination of medications prevents your child from recalling the dental procedure and most of the time the injection as well. We encourage the parents to be present during this part of the sedation, and to hug your child keeping them calm and feeling safe. Within 3-5 minutes your child will become drowsy, then they will be comfortably placed in the dental chair and all of the very same monitors used in the hospital will be applied, monitoring every breath and heartbeat throughout the entire procedure.
Safety of IV sedation
To ensure the highest level of safety, Blue Sky Solutions Anesthesia Associates brings hospital level sedation to your New Hampshire dentist. We offer a solution to manage your fear and anxiety, and provide you with the best dental and sedation care available. Simply put, sedation dentistry is a way to minimize and/or eliminate the pain and distress associated with some dental care.
