4 Things To Know About Deep Sedation For Dentistry
Posted on:
26 September 2018
One of the most serious sedation options used in the dental practice is deep sedation. This is often only used in serious dental cases when medically necessary, as deep sedation is seen as a medical procedure. Here are a few things that you need to understand about deep sedation.
#1. You're Fully Asleep During the Process
When your child is put into deep sedation, they are given sedation drugs intravenously. That means that the drugs are put directly into their blood stream, either through a shot or through a line that is inserted into their arm.
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Understanding What You Need To Do Before IV Dental Sedation
Posted on:
29 August 2018
If you have extreme dental fears or if you are scared about the pain during a fairly serious dental procedure, then you may want to look into sedation dentistry. The dental professional may offer you IV sedation, and if you choose this sedation, you will need to do some things to prepare early for your appointment. Keep reading to learn about the preparation.
Do Not Eat Before
IV sedation is a lot like the sedation used before a surgical operation, without the inhaled anesthetics.
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4 Cosmetic Dental Procedures That Brighten Your Smile
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3 August 2018
One of the things you may want to do is feel confident about your smile. Of course, having good dental health is extremely important and the key to making this possible. However, there is a variety of cosmetic procedures you can have done that may drastically improve the appearance of your teeth. Knowing what these are may be helpful in deciding the right one to choose to suit your needs.
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How To Help Your Children Prevent Cavities
Posted on:
8 July 2018
The CDC says that cavities, or dental caries, are the most common health issue for young children. While some people blame cavities on an inheritance of "soft teeth," this is actually an old wives' tale. There are many ways to help your children stay cavity free — here are just a few.
See a Dentist Regularly
Once plaque has hardened to tartar on the teeth, it can only be removed by a professional.
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