Top 10 Questions Patients Ask About IV Sedation Dentistry

Is IV Sedation Safe

If you think IV sedation could help you or a loved one receive the dental care you need, contact The Dental Anesthesia Center today. At The Dental Anesthesia Center in St. Louis, IV sedation is one of our most effective tools for helping patients receive the dental care they need—comfortably and safely. Whether you experience …

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Updated: September 18, 2025

What to Expect When Going Under IV Sedation

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IV sedation delivers medication directly into your bloodstream through a tiny needle placed in your hand or arm. Many patients choose IV sedation for dental procedures, but the prospect of receiving intravenous medication can add to existing anxiety. Understanding what happens before, during, and after IV sedation can help put your mind at ease. Contact …

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Updated: January 9, 2025

Everything You Need to Know About Sedation Dentistry

What is Sedation Dentistry

Sedation dentistry is a therapeutic medical procedure where dentists administer different sedative levels to help their patients relax. Do you suffer from dental fear or anxiety? Or maybe you can’t stand dental clinic sounds? If so, you’re not alone; there are thousands of people like you. Lucky for you, sedation dentistry exists. Please keep reading …

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Updated: March 28, 2025

What Are the Benefits of IV Sedation? Are There Risks?

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If you are considering IV sedation for your dental treatment, talk to your doctor about it. Being informed will help you feel more relaxed. Sedation dentistry can help children, those with anxiety and special needs to receive dental treatment. If you qualify for sedation dentistry, you are most probably wondering what options you have and …

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Updated: August 15, 2024

How Sedation Can Help With Dental Bone Grafting

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Bone grafting is a complex surgical procedure used to replace missing bone tissue and encourage it to heal. Here’s what you need to know about it how sedation dentistry can help. When Is Bone Grafting Recommended in Dentistry? If you need a tooth replacement, the dentist must insert the implant in your jaw bone, fixing …

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Updated: August 14, 2024

How Long Does Sedation Dentistry Last?

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Sedation dentistry is a great option for the patients who have dental anxiety or have to go through long lasting procedures that require them to sit still for hours at a time. It is also generally safe to use for children because they often cannot stay still for a long time during the needed treatment. …

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Updated: August 15, 2024