It is not uncommon for people to have some level of anxiety around dental visits and dental procedures. For many, this anxiety, fear, or stress is overwhelming and makes it difficult to schedule appointments or sit through procedures, particularly tooth extractions.
At The Denture Center in Monroe, LA, Dr. Patel offers IV sedation dentistry to his patients. This allows the patient to choose this solution during the tooth extraction process. Sedation can be used for one tooth extraction or when multiple teeth need to be removed.
The Basics
IV sedation dentistry in Monroe, LA, at The Denture Center, is administered by a specialist, typically a board-certified registered nurse anesthetist. The professional will monitor the sedation throughout the procedure and recovery after the tooth extraction. During this type of sedation, the patient is asleep, feels no pain, and has limited or no memory of the procedure. Patients will need a ride and will not be allowed to drive home after the IV sedation.
Before IV sedation dentistry, the patient’s medical history is closely reviewed. This may include any prior dental procedures or use of prior sedation dentistry with the individual. The patient will be approved for IV sedation for comfort and safety if deemed medically appropriate. Many individuals will be eligible for this procedure, particularly if anxiety or stress is a concern during tooth extraction. Contact The Denture Center in Monroe, LA, today to learn more about sedation dentistry!
