Understanding Intravenous Sedation
Intravenous (IV) sedation is a method of conscious sedation that involves administering sedative medications directly into your bloodstream via an IV line. This approach induces a state of deep relaxation and calmness while allowing you to remain conscious and responsive during the procedure.
Benefits of Intravenous Sedation
Relaxation IV sedation helps you feel deeply relaxed and comfortable throughout the procedure, reducing anxiety and fear.
Pain Relief Sedative medications minimize pain sensations, ensuring a pain-free experience during surgery.
Amnesia Effect Many patients have little to no memory of the procedure afterward, contributing to a positive experience.
Time Efficiency IV sedation allows our oral and maxillofacial surgeons to work efficiently, often completing complex procedures in a shorter time.
When is IV Sedation Recommended?
Complex Procedures For extensive oral and maxillofacial surgeries, IV sedation ensures your comfort and allows our surgeons to focus on the procedure.
Dental Anxiety Patients with dental anxiety or phobia can benefit from IV sedation to ease their nerves and ensure a more pleasant experience.
Long Procedures If the surgery is expected to take a longer time, IV sedation helps you remain comfortable throughout the procedure.
The IV Sedation Process
Consultation During your initial consultation, we discuss your medical history, dental needs, and any concerns you may have about sedation.
Preparation On the day of the procedure, our experienced anesthesia provider explains the process, answers your questions, and prepares you for sedation.
Sedation Administration The sedation medication is administered by our anesthesia provider, who monitors your vital signs and comfort throughout the procedure.
Monitoring and Recovery While you're under sedation, your vital signs are continuously monitored. After the procedure, you are carefully monitored as you recover.
Your Comfort and Well-Being First
we prioritize your comfort and safety above all else. Our experienced team of professionals is trained to deliver IV sedation in a controlled and monitored environment to ensure a smooth and relaxed experience.