IV Sedation For Children With Dental Anxiety

What Is IV Sedation?
IV (intravenous) sedation is slowly and continuously delivered through the patient’s vein, traditionally on the back of the hand. This form of sedation requires not just a dentist but also additional specialists who have to monitor the patient’s vital signs. These specialists will adjust the level of sedation as needed, ensuring a safe procedure.What Does Dental IV Sedation Feel Like?
When a patient is deeply sedated intravenously, they are mostly unconscious. This has the following effects:- Their movement and discomfort are greatly reduced.
- They are less aware of what’s happening around them, including the dental procedure.
- Their memory is partly suppressed, and they might not even remember the procedure upon waking up.
When Is IV Sedation Used?
IV sedation is recommended for patients who experience distress or dental anxiety during procedures, even under lower levels of sedation. Additionally, because IV sedation reduces the need for local anesthesia, patients do not experience the numbing associated with it after the procedure. This can help prevent children from chewing their lips or inner cheeks, which is a common cause of mouth injury after dental anesthesia.Is Pediatric IV Sedation Safe?
IV sedation is very safe! Unlike general anesthesia, sedation doesn’t inhibit a patient’s breathing, heart function, or circulation. The flow of sedatives can be controlled very precisely, and a team of specialists is always watching out for the patient’s well-being throughout the procedure.Preparing Your Child For IV Sedation
Before your procedure, you need to manage your child’s food and beverage intake to ensure their safety while sedated. The night before the procedure:- Don’t feed your child any solid foods.
- Avoid feeding them any non-clear liquids such as milk, baby formula, or juices with seeds or pulp.
- They should not drink any fluids, even water.
Safe Dental IV Sedation At Children’s Dentistry Of Manatee
At Children’s Dentistry of Manatee, we offer IV sedation for pediatric dental patients in Lakewood Ranch, FL. Our specialists from Pediatric Dental Anesthesia Associates are board-certified and will ensure that your children are constantly safe and monitored throughout their procedure. Our board-certified pediatric dentist, Dr. Bryan Morgan, will perform their procedure carefully and painlessly, ensuring that your child is comfortable before, during, and after their visit. We also work with Dr. Hector Vila, Dr. Michael Garcia, and Dr. George Alvarez. Schedule an appointment with our dental practice now! We’ll help you address your child’s dental needs with a full examination, and walk you through everything you need to know about any procedures – including the sedatives we can use.Sedation Dentistry
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