Using intravenous sedation in dentistry is a safe and effective way to perform the dental treatment. A dentist can perform this procedure safely with the right training and knowledge. However, the procedure should be handled by an expert.
There are several drugs in the sedation category. The ADA recommends training before performing sedation. Performing this procedure is also not covered by most dental insurance plans. Therefore, patients are left to pay for the procedure out of pocket.
A dentist or oral surgeon performing the procedure should be a trained sedation specialist. They should also have a good understanding of the patient's medical history. In addition, they should also be trained to perform emergency resuscitation.
A comprehensive evaluation is required to perform this type of sedation. Therefore, it is important to record the patient's vital signs. A well-trained nurse can achieve this. During the procedure, the dentist should adjust the dosages as needed.
Using the right sedative is important. Fentanyl is a short-acting opioid agonist that offers analgesia similar to 750 mg of meperidine. The drug has an onset time of less than a minute. It has a half-life of about thirty to sixty minutes.
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