INTRAVENOUS SEDATION

INTRAVENOUS SEDATION is a reliable and effective means of producing sedation with a rapid onset of action.

Midazolam is the most common drug used. IV sedation is good for patients who do not wish to  remember anything which has happened, and for this reason can be a benefit for long or difficult procedures eg complex oral surgery.

***ALL PATIENTS MUST ARRIVE FOR THE TREATMENT WITH A RESPONSIBLE ADULT ESCORT. TREATMENT WILL ONLY BE PROVIDED WHEN AN ESCORT IS PRESENT***

On the day of your appointment:

DO bring a responsible adult

DO continue to take any prescribed medicines

DO give the staff details of any change to your medical history

DO wear loose fitting clothing and comfortable flat shoes

AVOID drinking any alcohol

AVOID wearing nail varnish

AVOID bringing children with you

AVOID having a heavy meal before your appointment – it is important however that you do have something light and sugary about an hour or so before your appointment.

After your appointment (and until the following day):

REST- Put your feet up, perhaps even have a nap.

Have a responsible adult to look after you for 12 hours

Take any medicines you have been given

AVOID driving any vehicle

AVOID using any domestic appliances

AVOID signing any important documents

AVOID drinking any alcohol

Patients who are trying to conceive or who are pregnant must inform their dentist in advance of their appointment.

Please contact the clinic if you have any enquiries before or after your sedation and dental treatment.