Dental sedation is also known as twilight anesthesia, conscious sedation, and sleep dentistry. It is different from general anesthesia, which puts patients completely to sleep and requires them to be monitored by an anesthesiologist.
There are some risks associated with IV sedation, as with any medical procedure. The most common side effects are dizziness, lightheadedness, or nausea. These typically resolve within a few minutes after the procedure is completed.
In rare cases, patients may experience more serious side effects such as low blood pressure, irregular heartbeat, respiratory problems, and drug reactions. However, these risks are typically very low when IV sedation is performed by a trained professional such as a dentist or anesthesiologist.
Patients with pre-existing medical conditions or taking certain medications may be at increased risk for complications from IV sedation. You will need to discuss your medical history with your dentist before having any procedure that involves IV sedation.
More Control: With IV sedation, the dentist has more control over the level of sedation. This is helpful if the patient needs to be awake enough to cooperate with treatment but not so awake that they are anxious or in pain.
Less Invasive: The patient is awake and able to communicate with the doctor or nurse throughout the procedure. If there are any problems during the procedure, the patient can tell the medical staff immediately.
Faster Onset: IV sedation takes effect more quickly than oral sedatives, which is important if the procedure is time-sensitive or the patient is particularly anxious about treatment.
Better Monitoring: Because IV sedatives are given directly into the bloodstream, it's easier for dentists to monitor vital signs like heart rate and blood pressure during treatment. This helps ensure that the patient remains safe and comfortable throughout the procedure.
Fewer Side Effects: There is a very small risk of serious side effects from IV sedation, which are usually mild and short-lived.
Quick Recovery: IV sedation allows the patient to be quickly awakened after the treatment. It minimizes the risk of post-procedural confusion and disorientation, allowing the patient to return home shortly after the procedure.
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