As a parent in New Hampshire, you want your child the dentist to be a positive experience. You want them to be as comfortable as possible, but when they get in the dental chair they can be fidgety and nervous.

For an anxiety free experience, you may want to consider IV sedation. It is particularly helpful for invasive procedures, multiple treatments which may take a long time, and those who have special needs or severe anxiety. It is important for a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums, children don’t develop a negative association with the dentist.

Blue Sky Solutions is proud to offer customized IV sedation that is safe and effective for both children and adults can get the dental care they need.

Some common questions about IV Sedation for dentistry include

Will my child feel anything during the dental procedure?

Your child shouldn’t have much memory of the appointment. They typically don’t feel anything and don’t experience any discomfort. In fact, they usually leave the appointment well rested.

Will my child be unconscious during the treatment?

No. Though the child will be in a deep state of relaxation, he or she will still be responsive and conscious.

How do I know if my child is a good candidate for IV sedation

Your dentist will be able to tell you if IV sedation is an option for your child. A good candidate includes a child with extreme fear of going to the dentist, previous traumatic experience at the dental office, requires several or complex treatments, has a strong gag reflex, overly sensitive teeth, or can’t overcome the noises or smells of the dentist office.

Is IV sedation safe for my child?

While IV sedation has come under much scrutiny lately, it is still safe and effective. When it comes to your child you can never be too safe. Which is why it is important to have a specially trained and certified nurse anesthetist bring hospital-level sedation to your dentist’s office. A nurse anesthetist will have proper training, experience monitoring all the vital signs, fully up-to-date on all related safety protocols and established emergency procedures, this will allow the dentist to focus all his/her attention on your child.

Dental anxiety affects both children and adults. For those living in New Hampshire, including the cities of Barrington, Dover, Concord, Amherst, Nashua, Rochester, there is help.

Contact Blue Sky Solutions for more information and to make an appointment