Dental fear and anxiety are a serious and growing problem here in New Hampshire. If something is keeping you or a loved from getting the oral health care, then you should consider dental sedation.
“Patients with a moderate to high level of fear and anxiety are more likely to miss, cancel, or avoid a dental appointment,” according to the National Center for Biotechnology Information.
Whether it’s a dental phobia, special needs, a gag reflex, or not able to sit still for a long period of time, into the mix, and it can be almost impossible to get through a dental appointment.
An easy solution. IV sedation allows patients to make up for all those skipped dental treatments in just one appointment.
My child has special need or a medical condition; can IV sedation still help them?
Most children with special needs such as autism, down syndrome, or other medical conditions can still have their dental procedure with sedation done in the office depending on the degree and severity of their medical condition. An in-depth conversation with us will determine if the office or hospital is the safest and right choice for your child.
How long will the sedation affect me?
Adults should not operate any machinery, use any sharp objects, sign any legal papers or make important decisions that require the full use of your faculties, as the medication may impair your judgment for up to 24 hours. Pediatric patients may be groggy for 3-4 hours after the procedure and want to take a nap when they get home but most are back to their normal self within 24 hours.
Will I feel any pain?
During the 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.
How long will it take?
The length of time it will take is determined by the dentist, but within 15 min after the procedure is finished you will be awake but groggy. About 30-45 minutes after your procedure is finished you will be able to go home as determined by your Nurse Anesthesiologist.
How and when will the nurse anesthesiologist contact me?
A team member from Blue Sky Anesthesia Associates will contact you about 2 weeks before your dental procedure that you have scheduled with your dental office. Phone calls to our patients are made between the hours of 9:00 am and 5:00 pm typically.
