IV sedation has become very popular here in New Hampshire, Maine, and Vermont. Those who once dreaded going to the dentist are now able to get all their oral health care needs taken care of without the anxiety , discomfort, or fear.

IV sedation is an effective and safe way to experience relaxation during dental procedures. Getting the dental care you need has never been so easy. Especially for those who need extensive treatments.

Today we continue last week’s blog, about how IV sedation works in the body and affects the central nervous system.

IV sedation works by depressing the central nervous system, which leads to reduced anxiety, a relaxed state, and promotes comfort.

Here Is How IV Sedation Influences Systems In The Body

Cognitive Function

Patients have very little to no memory of the procedure and often feel drowsy. For those who have dental anxiety, this amnesia like effect has proven to be very beneficial.

Blood Pressure And Heart Rate

iv sedation can promote a smoother treatment by reducing stress induced spikes and stabilizes  blood pressure.

Pain Perception

iv sedation significantly lowers the levels of pain or discomfort levels by allowing the brain to interpret pain signals differently, but this doesn’t replace local anesthesia.

Muscle Relaxation 

Because IV sedation relaxes the muscles, patients are able to remain still throughout the treatments. This allows the dentist to work more efficiently. Knowing the patient won’t have a reflex response or sudden movements.

How IV Sedation Induces Physiological Changes

Reduced Anxiety

The medication administered during IV sedation affects the brain’s anxiety centers. This leads to a big reduction in feelings of worry and fear.

Decreased Awareness

While you remain conscious, your awareness about what is going on around you is diminished. This aids in making the patient more comfortable and less anxious

When choosing to have IV sedation for a dental procedure, it is important to have a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist present, to monitor the patients vitals and administer the sedation. This way the dentist is able to concentrate fully on the treatment, while the CRNA is focusing only on the patient safety, vigilance, and monitoring.

At Blue Sky Anesthesia Associates, our expectations are high and yours should be too when choosing to have sedation for your dental procedure. We follow the strict American Dental Association guidelines and protocols throughout every procedure.