Conscious sedation is a combination of medicines to help you relax (a sedative) and to block pain (an anesthetic) during a medical or dental procedure. You will probably stay awake but may not be able to speak.
The sedative is carefully administered to last the duration of your visit, proportional to the extent of the dental care you require. Conscious sedation enables you to recover quickly and return to your everyday activities soon after your procedure.
The sedation treatment option is simple. Here’s how it works:
Will I feel any pain when sedated?
No. You will feel nothing!
Will I be unconscious once sedated?
No, you will be in a deeply relaxed state but responsive.
Will I be monitored while I’m sedated?
Yes, a team member is always with you and your vital signs are monitored during the entire visit. You are never alone.
How long will I be relaxed under sedation?
Depending on your needs, from two to six hours.
Will someone need to accompany me to my appointment?
Yes, due to the sedative effects of the medication, you will need someone to drive you to the dentist and home again.
Did You Know ?
2 in 5 children have at least one cavity by the time they go to kindergarten? In fact, without proper care, early childhood cavities can appear shortly after the first tooth appears. Once a baby develops tooth decay, he or she is more likely to develop additional cavities over time.
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