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Sedation dentistry offers several options for relieving anxiety and fear in dental patients. IV sedation is one of these options and is an effective method for providing you relaxation and comfort during dental treatment. IV sedation is administered through a tiny needle placed in the back of your hand or your inner elbow. IV sedation has several advantages over other sedation methods, including the following:
- IV sedation allows the sedative drug to take effect within a matter of seconds, unlike oral sedation that could take as long as an hour.
- IV sedation gives your dental professional optimum control of the amount of medication administered and allows the level of sedation to be increased or decreased quickly and easily.
- With IV administration, the maximum level of sedation which can be reached is deeper than with other forms of sedation dentistry.
- Because of the deeper sedation levels that can be achieved, even patients with extreme dental phobias and anxieties can be successfully treated with IV sedation.
- The medications used for IV sedation cause either partial or full memory loss during the period of treatment, meaning time will appear to pass quickly, and you will have little or no memory of the dental procedure.
- With IV sedation, you can have a high level of sedation while consciousness is maintained making it a safer alternative to general anesthesia.
Recovery time from IV sedation is quick, due to the controlled dosage of sedatives your dental professional can administer.
One of the greatest advantages of IV sedation dentistry is the fact that you can have faster treatment in fewer appointments. Because a trained staff member monitors your vital signs during sedation, your dental professional can complete your treatment free from distractions and worry about your anxiety or discomfort. Consult with your dentist to find out if IV sedation is a viable option for you to alleviate your fears about undergoing necessary dental care.
