Going to the dentist can be challenging for those with disabilities. It can be due to poor communication or difficulty controlling their behavior. This often leads to inferior quality of dental care. IV sedation can help reduce these hindrances, so the adult or child can get the quality care they need.
A recent study published in the National Library of Medicine, “Risk Factors With Intravenous Sedation for Patients With Disabilities”, shows
Dental practices are currently challenged by the rapidly growing number of patients with intellectual or physical disabilities. Excessive mental strain during dental treatment can cause systemic complications such as vasovagal reflex, neurogenic shock, pain shock, and hyperventilation. Furthermore, patients with cardiovascular diseases, including cerebrovascular disorders, or decreased vital organ reserve capacity can encounter serious complications.
A strategy for relieving mental strain is important for safe dental treatment of such patients, and to this end, intravenous sedation is often used
Conscious sedation is generally preferred to maintain independent breathing and biological defense mechanisms such as coughing and swallowing reflexes. However, dental treatment of patients with disabilities may require behavioral control, especially in the case of mentally challenged individuals with strong treatment refusal reactions. In these cases, deeper levels of intravenous sedation are a safer option.
A recent study published in the Journal of Dental Science, “Quality of dental treatments under intravenous sedation among patients with disability: A self-matching study.”
Patients under IVS have better behavioral control, which provides dentists with more options when treating teeth with severe caries. IVS can increase the chances of successful treatment.
The team at Blue Sky Anesthesia Associates understands it can be difficult to care for someone with a disability or special needs. Helping them receive quality dental care they deserve can be a challenge. IV Sedation dentistry can ease your worries and ensure your loved ones receives the oral health care they need.
Caring for patients with special needs or disabilities requires compassion, patience, and understanding. The team at Blue Sky Anesthesia Associates want to make your loved one’s dental experience as safe and pleasant as possible. Contact us if you have any questions or want to schedule an appointment.
