At refresh smiles dental we offer iv sedation for the anxious patient. Intravenous conscious sedation (Aka “iv sedation”) Is when a drug, usually of the antI-anxiety variety, is administered into the blood system during dental treatment.
A lot of dental offices and practices use terms such as “sleep dentistry” or “twilight sleep” when talking
about iv sedation. This is confusing, because it suggests that iv sedation involves being put to sleep. These terms are more descriptive of deep sedation. Deep sedation isn’t commonly used, and is classified as general anaesthesia (Even though sedation occurs on a continuum).
In reality, you remain conscious during conscious iv sedation. You will also be able to understand and respond to requests from your dentist.
However, you may not remember much (Or anything at all) About what went on because of two things:
If you have a great fear of dental treatment and need major dental treatment, maybe IV sedation is the way for you. Call us at Refresh Smiles Dental to inquire about more information on (07) 3488 2079.