More and more dental patients are turning to IV sedation to overcome their anxiety of about going to the dentist. It is a great solution if you have several procedures you want to have done at one time, you have a fear of the dentist and would just rather not deal with the whole process, children who cannot sit still for lengthy procedures, or those with a strong gag reflex.
Understanding the procedures and how IV sedation works will help.
Knowing what to expect, why it is happening, how long will it take, and will you have to come back for another appointment, can help alleviate some of the anxiety.
Why should you consider IV sedation for your next dental appointment?
IV sedation makes going to the dentist a more positive experience. Especially, if you need several procedures or undergoing a lengthy procedure.
Is IV sedation only good for certain dental procedures?
IV sedation can be used for just about any dental procedure. From a deep cleaning, routine exam to oral surgery, IV sedation is safe for most adults and children. The team at Blue Sky Anesthesia Associates will ensure this type of sedation is right for you by going over your medical history and medications.
Is IV sedation is helpful for many dental situations?
Not just anxiety and fear, IV sedation has helped those with a strong gag reflex, sensitive to the lights and sounds at the dentist office, those who are restless and can’t sit for an extended period of time, and it ensures you stay comfortable and pain free during any procedure.
How much of the dental appointment will I remember?
Another benefit from IV sedation, you won’t remember much if any of the procedure. This means all the feelings of anxiety, the sound of the drill, the lights, won’t be remembered.
How Safe is IV Sedation Dentistry?
While some dentist are known to perform IV sedation and the dental procedure simultaneously, this has proven not to be the safest application. The addition of a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA, in the dental office whose sole responsibility it is to administer the IV sedation and monitor the patient’s vital signs ensures the highest level of safety.
At Blue Sky Anesthesia Associates, we bring hospital-level sedation to your dentist’s office. Our #1 goal is patient safety and satisfaction because we care for you like we would our family. 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.
