Sedation dentistry has grown in popularity over the years in part due to the evolution of more forms of sedation as the science has evolved.
Currently there are four types of sedation dentistry, allowing the patient to choose the type of mediation they prefer and the level of sedation. In three of the four types, some level of consciousness is retained, ranging from light to moderate.
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Nitrous oxide, commonly known as laughing gas, is inhaled through a mask over the patient’s nose and induces a light sedation. Light levels of sedation put the patient into a relaxed state, but they remain awake and alert.
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Oral sedation produces a moderate sedation wherein patient remains awake but will probably not remember anything about the procedure. This type of sedation is given in pill form.
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IV sedation delivers drugs to the patient intravenously. This level of sedation falls within the moderate range.
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The fourth type of sedation is general anesthesia that renders the patient unconscious. This type of sedation should only be administered by a specialist and is usually done at a hospital.
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