Taking a child to the dentist isn’t always easy. In fact, it can be very difficult. Anxiety and fear just adds to the suffering. The lights, sounds, smells, and instruments in their little mouth can be too much.
Don’t worry, there is a safe and effective way to ease Dental Anxiety
IV sedation has become a popular way to help children get the dental work they need, without pain or anxiety.
Sedation dentistry is also called conscious sedation density or IV sedation dentistry. This intravenous nature means your child will be fully relaxed throughout the dental treatment. Your child will have little to any memory of the procedures or the pain or discomfort. This way the dentist can perform the necessary treatments, even several procedures in one appointment.
Safety is a Priority
Safety should always be a priority for both the dentist and patient. Like any type of sedation, there are guidelines set forth by the American Dental Association and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. IV sedation affects the central nervous system (and therefore consciousness), it is required to have trained personnel to monitor breathing and vital signs.
To ensure safety, a nurse anesthetist is the best way to go. They are specifically trained in IV sedation. Allowing the dentist to concentrate on the dental procedures, while the nurse anesthetist constantly monitors the vitals, breathing heart rate.
Just like in a medical situation where the doctor has a separate anesthesiologist, the dentist should have a separate Certified Registered Nurse Anesthesiologist (CRNA). This way the dentist can concentrate on the procedure, while the CRNA monitors the vital signs, breathing, and is thoroughly trained for emergency situations.
Benefits of IV Sedation
A higher level of sedation, compared to inhalation and oral sedation
The medication starts to work immediately, other medication can take an hour to take effect.
Recovery times tend to be shorter than other types of sedation
Makes dental procedures easier for adults and children. Diminishes gag reflex and makes treatments easier for those who have trouble sitting for a long period of time.
Patients remain conscious and they are able to communicate with the dentist if necessary.
Avoid the risk, complication, and the cost of general anesthesia.
IV sedation has become a game changer for many children and adults who would have not received the dental care they needed. Just imagine getting all the dental work in just one visit, then leaving the office with little to no memory of the procedure!
Contact Blue Sky Solutions for more information about IV sedation for your next trip to the dentist.
