Depending on your child’s scheduled dental treatment, their level of anxiety or their ability to cooperate, our pediatric dentist may suggest using pediatric sedation during their visit.

One of the most common types of pediatric sedation is nitrous oxide, which is also called “laughing gas.” Nitrous oxide is extremely safe, and its effects quickly dissipate when treatment is over. This type of sedation allows your child to remain awake, follow any instructions, communicate with our pediatric dentist and comfortably watch TV during their treatment.

Our office also offers IV sedation, which is administered by a pediatric anesthesiologist. For this type of sedation, your child will be sleeping and all of their dental needs are taken care of in one visit. These are special appointments reserved for our younger kids with extensive treatment, kids with special needs or kids with severe anxiety.

If you would like to discuss your child’s pediatric sedation options, our pediatric dentist and team will be happy to talk with you. Please contact our office for more information.