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Morris Hall Meadows Option four (4) is “ IntraVenous (IV) Sedation”. With this technique an intravenous line is placed into a blood vessel thus having a direct line for the medication. For this procedure I have a Dental Anesthesiologist in my office, as constant monitoring of vitals is critically important. With this method of sedation, a patient can sleep through all of the care that’s being performed and wake up with no memory of any discomfort or time reference of the procedure. All patients must have an escort to accompany them home as they lack the cognitive capacity to drive. Patient comfort during a dental procedure is, as stated earlier, a very important factor during the appointment. Time must be taken to discuss which option is right for you. If you have any questions regarding Dental Sedation, feel free to call me at my office. David P. Young, DMD, DICOI or “halcion” allows patients t ach eve a slightly deeper level of comfort and relaxation that can last for a few hours. When this technique is utilized, the patient must be escorted home after the procedure as their driving ability is impaired. The specific dosage is case specific. It is not uncommon for patients to nap after the conclusion of the dental procedure.

St. Mary’s Assisted Living Option one (1) is a “Local Anesthetic”. This involves the administering of an injection containing a solution that will “numb” the treatment sight. The duration of this technique is anywhere from 1-3+ hours depending upon the quantity and specific solution used. The advantage of this technique is its quick onset as well as dissipating in a short period of time. The patient has no problem with driving after a procedure and can easily return to work or school. Grace Garden Memory Care Assisted Living St. Joseph’s Skilled Nursing The comfort of any patient is critically important during any dental procedure. How this is achieved is tailored to the pain threshold and anxiety level of the individual. In my office patients have the option of four (4) possible sedation methods. Each has its advantages and disadvantages and they will be discussed.

Located in Lawrenceville, NJ For more information, please visit us at www.morrishall.org or contact us at mhadmissions@morrishall.org or 609.895.1937 Option two (2) is “Nitrous Oxide”. The use of this gas allows a patient to experience a sense of relaxati n and is able to achieve a higher pain tolerance. As long as a patient does not experience any breathing issues (or sinus issues) most patients can usually tolerate this well with much suc ess. The effects of the nitrous oxide also wears off relatively quickly at the conclusion of the procedure. Depending upon the specific dental procedure being performed, it is possible for the mask to interfere with the site of treatmentOption three (3) is “Oral Sedation”. Administering oral medication such as “valium”

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