When it comes to dental sedation and your child, you can’t be too careful. It is understandable if you have questions and concerns about IV sedation during their dental procedure. It is important to feel confident in the dental facility, staff, dentist and the anesthesiologist performing the sedation.
With IV sedation, the medication is delivered directly into the bloodstream through a very small needle in the arm or hand. This way those with such anxiety will quickly feel relaxed.
This medication has an amnesic effect, which means the patient won’t remember much of the procedure, if any.
This makes the dental experience much more pleasant. But don’t worry, the patient will be in a “semi-awake’ state, able to respond to any questions or verbal commands.
IV sedation does need a qualified third party present to monitor the vital signs and breathing. They can also adjust the medication based on the needs.
Over the past several years the ‘Single Operator Model of Sedation’, where the dentist simultaneously performs both the anesthesia and the dental work has come under intense scrutiny, especially for pediatrics. Many professionals are saying this type of practice is unsafe and has lead to many medical disasters. Some areas have evened banned single operator anesthesia.
To ensure the highest level of safety, have a Certified, Registered and Licensed Nurse Anesthetist administer IV sedation and monitor your vitals, while the dentist can concentrate on the dental procedures.
They should be experienced and properly trained in providing IV sedation. As well as meeting all the standards of the ADA Guidelines for the Use of Sedation and General Anesthesia by Dentists.This is why so many dental offices are turning to Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA). Someone who is qualified/certified to administer the sedation and monitor vital signs during the procedure.
Unlike other methods of sedation that administer a set amount of medication all at one time, IV sedation allows a slow titration. This allows the CRNA to monitor how much medication is needed and stop it at any given time.
Blue Sky Anesthesia Associates follows the strict American Dental Association guidelines and protocols throughout the procedure. Prior to your appointment, a CRNA will work closely with you to determine the best course of treatment and answer any questions.
You are in great hands at Blue SkyAnesthesia Associates, we bring hospital level sedation to your dental office. Contact Blue Sky Anesthesia Associates for more information. We are proud to partner with dentist throughout New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont, and Massachusetts.
