IV sedation brings you into a deeply relaxed state during dental treatment, so you can get the care you need without fear. Many patients remember little of the procedure afterward.
With IV sedation, medication is delivered through a small IV line, usually in your arm or hand. It takes effect within moments. You'll feel deeply relaxed and drowsy. You stay able to breathe on your own and respond, but most patients drift through treatment and recall very little afterward. Because the medication is given continuously, the level of sedation can be adjusted precisely throughout your appointment. Local anesthetic is still used to keep the treatment area numb.
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IV sedation can help patients with moderate to severe dental anxiety and those with a strong gag reflex. It also helps people who have trouble getting numb or who have avoided care for years because of fear or a bad past experience. It's often used for longer or more complex procedures, such as implant surgery, wisdom teeth removal, multiple extractions, and full-mouth treatment. It can let more work be completed in fewer visits. We provide IV sedation together with Sedation Dentists of New England, right next door at 115A Daniel Webster Hwy.
Before sedation, we review your medical history, medications, and any health conditions, and may consult your physician. During treatment, your heart rate, blood pressure, breathing, and oxygen levels are monitored continuously. You'll receive clear instructions before your visit, which usually include not eating or drinking for several hours beforehand. You'll need a responsible adult to drive you home and stay with you for a few hours afterward.
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