Fun Facts To Know About Sedation Dentistry

• There are different types of sedation dentistry for kids
• While many think sedation is a medication to put your child to fall asleep, it is actually to keep your child calm during the procedure not to put their sound asleep
• Your child’s pediatric dentist may recommend sedation treatment for a long procedure, for those who have special needs, or kids who have trouble staying still

Nitrous Oxide

Nitrous oxide, or better known as laughing gas, is only a mild sedative that is safe for all ages. Once your son or daughter has settled into the treatment chair, our pediatric dentist will then place a mask over their nose and begin to administer the gas. After only a few minutes, your child should begin to feel much more comfortable allowing for a smooth treatment process.

One of the key benefits of nitrous oxide is that the recovery time is immediate. This means you can take your loved one back to school or if you’re a cool, edgy parent to run errands with you for the remainder of the day.

General Anesthesia

Our pediatric dentists will recommend having general anesthesia for children with special needs, children who need lengthy procedures and will be uncomfortable sitting down for long periods of time, or children who experience severe fear and anxiety at the dentist.

Before going into this type of sedation, we will closely examine your child’s health and medical history, allergies, medications they take, and any other important information to ensure nothing but the safest treatment for your child.

While patients are undergoing general anesthesia, they will slowly go from a conscious state to a sleep state. During this time, our anesthesiologist will closely examine the patient’s blood pressure, heart rate, breathing rate, and oxygen level. Our primary goal is to make sure your child is safe and comfortable throughout the whole dental treatment.