IV Sedation – Tappan, NY
An Effective Solution to Achieve a Relaxed State
Is your dental phobia keeping you from receiving the treatment you need? At Smile More Dentistry, your sedation dentist in Tappan is pleased to offer safe and effective solutions that will decrease your fears and create a more relaxed, comfortable experience. How is this possible? With the help of IV sedation, you can receive the care you need without worrying about the sights and sounds that can often cause increased anxiety. Available to patients of all ages, our team will follow all the necessary steps to ensure you remain safe and calm throughout your visit. If you want to learn more about this method of sedation, contact our office to schedule an appointment.
Why Choose Smile More Dentistry for IV Sedation?
- Highly-Qualified Dental Team with Years of Experience
- Safe and Effective for Patients of All Ages
- Ideal for Individuals Having Multiple Procedures at One Time
What is IV Sedation?
Administered by a board-certified anesthesiologist, Dr. Mendia, IV sedation is used when a patient experiences severe dental anxiety, requires multiple procedures to be completed in one visit, or a child has special needs and has difficulty remaining calm during a dental visit.
The medication used with IV sedation enters the bloodstream and produces a calming, relaxing effect. Although it does not cause you to fall asleep completely, you may feel as if you are entering a dream state; however, you will remain conscious so that you can easily respond to your dentist’s cues.
How IV Sedation Works
When arriving for your appointment, Dr. Mendia will first check your blood pressure to ensure it is at a safe level. Then, he will carefully administer the IV sedation by inserting a tube into your hand or arm. The medication will then enter the bloodstream and begin to take effect within minutes. Throughout your procedure, he will monitor your pulse and oxygen levels to ensure everything remains stable.
Once the procedure is complete, your blood pressure will once again be checked, and you will need to remain at the dentist’s office for a short time to make sure you are experiencing no negative effects from the sedation trying to wear off.
It will be necessary to have someone escort you to and from your appointment, as it can take time for the effects to fully dissipate.
Who is a Good Candidate?
If you experience any of the following issues, there is a good chance you are eligible for IV sedation:
- You have severe dental phobia
- You’ve had a past traumatic dental experience
- You possess a strong gag reflex
- You’ve tried other methods of dental sedation that are proven ineffective
- You are preparing to undergo a long, complex procedure that will require you to remain seated for an extended period, or you are having multiple treatments performed in one visit
What to Expect Afterwards
Once our team is finished with your dental work, you will not be able to get up and leave just yet. It is normal for you to feel drowsy for several hours afterward, which is why you will need someone taking and picking you up from your appointment.
You will receive detailed instructions by our team as to what you can expect and what you should do once you are home. A few things you will want to avoid until the effects fully wear off include:
- Strenuous exercise/activity
- Alcohol consumption or operating any vehicle/machinery
- Certain medications
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