Plenty of patients benefit from having sedation dentistry administered during dental implant surgery. However, while this technology is widely considered safe, it’s also not suitable for every patient. Is sedation dentistry truly a good choice for you? To help you answer this question, here’s a quick look at how it works and why someone may not be a good candidate for it.
How Does Sedation Dentistry Work?
When it comes to dental implant procedures such as All-on-4, IV sedation is often utilized. A sedative is delivered directly into your bloodstream through one of the veins in your arm or your hand. Once the effects kick in, you will quickly enter an advanced state of relaxation, allowing you to stay comfortable and anxiety-free while your mouth is being worked on. Some patients who receive IV sedation are drowsy enough to fall asleep and don’t remember much, if anything, of their procedure afterward.
Why Might Sedation Dentistry Not Be Right for You?
So how can you know if you’re unable to get sedation dentistry? There are a few possible reasons:
- Certain Medical Conditions: There are a number of underlying health conditions, such as liver or heart problems, that may make complications more likely to occur during IV sedation.
- Pregnancy: Certain drugs used for IV sedation can potentially harm a fetus. Consequently, sedation dentistry is not recommended for pregnant patients, especially those in the first or third trimesters.
- Specific Medications: Some medications might have negative interactions with IV sedation. For this reason, you will need to let your implantologist know about any medications that you’re taking at the moment.
Do You Qualify for Sedation Dentistry?
It should be noted that almost anyone who is in good health overall can potentially receive sedation dentistry. If you do qualify, it can be a great way to soothe your dental anxiety or to make it easier to sit still during a lengthy procedure.
It’s impossible to determine on your own whether you’re a good candidate for sedation dentistry. To find out, you will need to speak with your implantologist. They will carefully review your health history and consider your current situation. Then they can help you determine whether sedation dentistry is worth pursuing in your case.
Not everyone can receive IV sedation, but if it’s a viable option for you, you don’t want to leave the possibility unexplored. Don’t forget to ask about sedation dentistry during your initial dental implant consultation.
About the Practice
Here at Radiance Dentistry Dental Implant Center of DFW, we fully tailor the treatments we provide according to the needs of our patients so that they can have dental implants placed without any issues. We’re proud to offer IV sedation during All-on-4 treatments as well as other dental implant procedures. To schedule a consultation at Radiance Dentistry Dental Implant Center of DFW, visit our website or call (972) 866-7976.