Adult IV Sedation for dental treatment in Horsham
We understand that many patients have dental anxieties and phobias related to dental treatment. However, we make every effort at Allround Dental to ensure our patients are happy and comfortable.
If you have dental anxiety that is preventing you from accessing dental care or have a long surgical procedure booked, our team can help make your treatment pain-free and comfortable via safe adult IV sedation.
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Dental IV Sedation in Sussex
We offer sedation-assisted dental treatment for a couple of reasons, namely:
- For patients who have crippling dental anxiety that prevents them from having necessary dental treatment.
- For patients, undergoing long procedures such vas dental implant surgery.
- For patients with a strong gag reflex, or a low pain threshold unaffected by topical local anaesthetic.
If you have been putting off visiting your local Horsham dentist due to your anxieties, our friendly team would be happy to welcome you into our practice for a general conversation about our safe sedation options.
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How does IV sedation work?
IV sedation is not the same as being ‘put to sleep’ for a surgical procedure. Instead, you will be fully awake but have reduced awareness, feeling relaxed, sleepy, and most importantly, care-free! This procedure, conducted by our trained professionals, involves administering sedative via injection to your arm or hand, and is entirely safe for most people who require it.
How does IV sedation work?
IV sedation is not the same as being ‘put to sleep’ for a surgical procedure. Instead, you will be fully awake but have reduced awareness, feeling relaxed, sleepy, and most importantly, care-free! This procedure, conducted by our trained professionals, involves administering sedative via injection to your arm or hand, and is entirely safe for most people who require it.
Asessment
Your Allround dentist will conduct an evaluation of your overall health and medical history to determine if IV sedation is a safe option for you.
Administering the sedation
If sedation has been determined the right option for you, on the day of your procedure, our trained sedationist will administer the sedative through a cannula, the dosage of which will be closely monitored and adjusted throughout the procedure to ensure your safety and comfort. The sedative effect will take place within a few minutes making you feel drowsy, relaxed and pain-free, but awake and semi-conscious.
Aftercare
After your procedure, the effects of the sedative may linger for a while. You will remain in our care until your dentist determines it is safe for you to go home. You will need someone to drive you home and should plan for someone to stay with you for the remainder of the day as the affects wear off.
Can you feel pain with IV sedation?
No, under IV sedation, we will also provide strong pain relivers, so you will not feel any pain throughout your procedure. Instead, you should expect to feel very comfortable.
Are you awake during IV sedation?
General anaesthesia renders your unconscious, but IV sedation brings you to a state of semi-consciousness. This means you won’t be fully aware of the what’s happening, but you will be able to respond to questions etc. The most important thing is that you will be pain and care-free!
Is IV sedation at a dental practice safe?
Yes, dental IV sedation at our dental practice in Horsham is very safe and conducted by trained professionals whose priority is your wellbeing. Before we offer IV sedation treatment, we always conduct thorough evaluation of the patient to ensure there are no contraindications or medical issues that may interfere with the success of the treatment. We also monitor the patient throughout the procedure to ensure their safety.
Are there any side effects from IV sedation?
Common side-effects from dental IV sedation include drowsiness slight nausea and mild disorientation. However, these effects will subside within a few hours after the procedure. Rest assured, your Allround dentist will provide you with instructions for how to minimise any potential side effects on the day of your procedure.
Can I eat or drink before the sedation procedure?
Before your appointment, you will be instructed to fast – no food or drink – for typically 6-8 hours to ensure your safety during the procedure.
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Allround Dental, 7-9 Queen Street, Horsham RH13 5AA
New Street Car Park: 3 minutes walk to the practice, Operating hours are 8am to 6pm with a maximum stay of 3 hours within any consecutive 12 hours – pay on parking. Address: 31 New St., Horsham, RH13 5TH
Piries Place Car Park: 4 minutes walk to the practice, Operating hours are 24 hours with no limit for parking – pay on exit. Address: Piries Place, Copnall Way, Horsham, RH12 1NY
Denne Road Car Park: 5 minutes walk to the practice, Operation hours are 24 hours with a maximum stay of 3 hours within any consecutive 12 hours – pay on parking. Address: 9 Talbot Ln, Horsham, RH12 1JF
Swan Walk Car Park: 9 minutes walk to the practice, Operation hours are 24 hours with no limit for parking – pay on exit. Address: 3-4 Medwin Walk, Horsham, RH12 1AG