How safe is IV sedation in the dentist office? It is an issue that has come into question. The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) and American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) adopted important guidelines, some of which were published in Dentistry Today: The use of moderate sedation should include a person in addition to the [...]
Many children feel apprehensive or anxious when they go to the dentist. That’s why IV sedation dentistry has become so popular. It allows younger patients to receive the dental care they need in a comfortable and relaxed environment. “The goals of sedation in the pediatric patient for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures are as follows: (1) [...]
With today’s advances in medicine, Intravenous (IV) sedation for dentistry has become more widely used. The techniques and drugs have developed to match the level of anxiety. While there are oral sedatives for milder cases, those with intense anxiety are turning to IV sedation. IV sedation is a safe and effective way to calm any [...]
More and more dentists are recommending IV sedation for children who need dental procedures. While sedation is safe for children, it is important for parents and caregivers do their homework and understand the process. Is your dentist following the industry best practices? Before the appointment, make sure you ask these questions. What type of sedation [...]
New medical research has shown how important good dental health, especially in children. But going to the dentist can be pretty scary, especially for a child. Which is why dental sedation has become so popular. Many parents worry about sedating their child for a dental appointment. And rightly so, the benefits of a relaxed and [...]
In last week’s blog we discussed why so many adults and children are turning to IV sedation for their dental procedures. If anxiety and thought of pain has kept you or a loved one from going to the dentist, then IV sedation may be for you. Don’t worry, you won’t have to change dentists, Blue [...]
It’s normal to feel nervous or apprehensive about going to the dentist, but sometime that anxiety can keep us from going. Which leads to delaying and even ignoring treatments. That’s when you should consider IV sedation for your next appointment. Understanding IV Sedation There is no need to put yourself or a loved one through [...]
When was the last time you or a loved one went to the dentist? If you’ve been putting it off because of anxiety, the sights and sounds are just too much, it is just too difficult to sit that length of time in a chair, or have special needs, sedation dentistry can change all that. [...]
Dentistry has come a long way in the last decade and that includes sedation. IV sedation is a combination of medicines that helps adults and children relax and significantly reduce any anxiety during the procedure. The medication is a combination of an anesthetic (to block the pain) and a sedative (to relax). You will stay [...]
Let’s face it, going to the dentist can be very stressful. Would you go more often if it didn’t make you have anxiety? This is why so many people have enquired about IV sedation. It has become a game changer for both adults and children. There are a few different options when it comes to [...]
