IV Sedation Dentistry in Springfield, IL
IV sedation dentistry uses medication delivered through a vein to place you in a relaxed, semi-awake state during dental treatment. At Makeover Dental in Springfield, IL, Dr. Jorge Mosquera is licensed to perform IV conscious sedation, making longer procedures such as dental implants and full mouth reconstruction far more comfortable. Call (217) 522-1111 to discuss your options.
What Is Sedation Dentistry?
Sometimes called “sleep dentistry,” it uses medication to help patients relax during treatment. In most cases patients remain awake, except under general anesthesia.
Can Any Dentist Perform IV Sedation?
Most dentists can administer minimal sedation such as nitrous oxide or an oral sedative; only a small percentage can offer IV conscious sedation. Dr. Mosquera is licensed to perform it and partners with licensed CRNA anesthetists for lengthy procedures, having completed additional training and been certified by the state Board of Dental Examiners.
Types of Sedation Used in Dentistry
- Inhaled minimal sedation — nitrous oxide with oxygen through a mask. Wears off quickly and is the only form after which patients can drive themselves home.
- Oral sedation — a pill taken about an hour before treatment. You become drowsy but stay awake.
- IV moderate (conscious) sedation — delivered through a vein so it works quickly, with the level adjusted throughout. You remain semi-awake with little or no memory afterward.
- Deep sedation or general anesthesia — almost or fully unconscious until the medication wears off or is reversed.
Why IV Conscious Sedation?
General anesthesia leaves you completely asleep, requires breathing support, and can alter heart rate. IV conscious sedation places you in a safer, semi-awake state — you can respond to verbal commands or light touch and need no help maintaining breathing and heart function. Because of the medications’ amnesic effect, most patients have little or no memory of treatment.
Benefits of Sedation Dentistry
- No memory of the procedure and no sense of time passing
- Reduced awareness of sounds and smells
- No fear or anxiety during treatment
Who Should Consider Sedation?
Sedation makes for a more positive experience even without dental anxiety. It helps if you gag easily or have sensitive teeth, and suits multiple fillings, deep gum cleaning or any long appointment. Patients most often choose it for dental implant placement, full-arch treatment and full mouth reconstruction.
Common Questions About IV Sedation
Most patients feel no discomfort and have little to no memory of treatment afterward. For your safety we require that someone drives you home. We review your medical history beforehand and monitor you closely throughout.
IV Sedation in Springfield, Champaign and Mahomet
Sedation is available for patients across all three of our core service areas. Springfield patients are closest to the office, while those travelling from Champaign and Mahomet often benefit most, since sedation allows more treatment to be completed in a single longer visit rather than several separate trips.
Remember to arrange for someone to drive you home. See all our dental services, read about our practice, or contact our office to discuss whether sedation suits you.