IV sedation during dental work helps you feel relaxed, calm, and at ease during the procedure. It is considered a moderate level of sedation, so you are not technically asleep, but you probably won’t remember much of the appointment.

It is like a “twilight sleep”, often called conscious sedation, because it creates a type of short term amnesia, though you don’t have a loss of consciousness, you have an insensitivity to pain.

Who can benefit from sedation dentistry?

People of all ages can benefit from IV sedation dentistry, from young children, older adults, those with disabilities, the list goes on and on. Sedation dentistry is often recommended for those with:

Dental anxiety

Difficulty controlling movements

A fear of going to the dentist

Special needs (including behavioral, cognitive, or physical)

Decreased sensitivity to local anesthesia

Extreme teeth sensitivity

A sensitive gag reflex

A fear of needle

IV Sedation, What is it exactly?

IV sedation or intravenous sedation, though many people think it means being put to sleep, the patient is really in a state of deep relaxation. They will still be able to comply with requests and answer any questions from the dentist. Though you remain conscious, you will feel completely relaxed and won’t remember anything. It is kind of like temporarily turning off the memory faculty in your brain.

When can IV sedation be used?

Generally, sedation dentistry can be used by just about anyone. It is particularly helpful for children, special needs patients, and those with dental anxiety. It is also a great tool for those with a severe gag reflex, extremely sensitive teeth, or if you’ve had a traumatizing dental experience.

Is IV sedation Safe?

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.

At Blue Sky Anesthesia Associates, we bring hospital-level sedation to your dentist office. Our #1 goal is patient safety and satisfaction because we care for you, like we would our family. We partner with dentists throughout New Hampshire, Vermont, Main, Mass

Contact Blue Sky Anesthesia Associates for more information and to make an appointment.